Satellite Operator Completes Manufacturing of Initial Units for Constellation Network Refresh

Eutelsat announced that Airbus Defence and Space has finished construction of the first 32 next-generation OneWeb low-earth orbit satellites at its Toulouse facility, with shipment now underway for a SpaceX launch. These satellites represent the initial batch of a planned 669-unit constellation refresh designed to maintain and expand global connectivity services. The production milestone demonstrates Eutelsat's manufacturing capacity and commitment to modernizing its orbital network infrastructure.

Eutelsat's completion of the first production batch marks a significant operational milestone in the company's satellite modernization strategy. The 32 units manufactured at Airbus Defence and Space's Toulouse facility represent the opening phase of an ambitious multi-year deployment program. This initial shipment will undergo launch preparation before being sent to orbit via SpaceX, establishing the foundation for subsequent manufacturing runs.

The broader constellation refresh initiative encompasses 669 new satellites designed to enhance and sustain Eutelsat's global connectivity infrastructure. Company leadership emphasized that this production achievement demonstrates both European manufacturing capability and sustained operational commitment to customers who depend on satellite-based services. The high-volume production cadence underscores Eutelsat's position within the competitive low-earth orbit satellite market.