NigComSat-1

SERVICOM

NigComSat 1 is a geosynchronous communication satellite, Nigeria’s third satellite and first communication satellite. It was launched on 13th May 2007. On November 11th 2008, it failed in orbit after losing power as a result of abnormalities in its solar array.

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System Supply Contractor China Great Wall Industry Corporation
Launch Date 13th May, 2007
Launch Vehicle Long March - 3B
Launch Centre Xichang, China
End of Life De-orbited 11th November, 2008 as a result of in-orbit failure
Orbital Location 42.5°E
Capacity C-band
Ku-band
Ka-band
L-band
Power 9kw

NigComSat-1R

SERVICOM

NigComSat-1R is an improved replacement of NigComSat-1. This geosynchronous communication satellite was launched on 19th of December 2011 in Xichang, China. It provides broadband, bandwidth leasing, broadcasting, navigation and other value added services for homes and businesses in rural and urban areas.

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System Supply Contractor China Great Wall Industry Corporation
Launch Date 11th December, 2011
Launch Vehicle Long March - 3B
Launch Centre Xichang, China
Orbital Location 42.5°E
Capacity C-band
Ku-band
Ka-band
L-band
Power 9kw