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Eutelsat Seeks ISRO Collaboration to Expand Satellite Launch Options

4/2/2026

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Eutelsat is negotiating with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to diversify satellite-launch options beyond SpaceX and Ariane rockets.
Jean-François Fallacher, Eutelsat Chief Executive Officer, confirmed ongoing discussions aimed at diversification.
The discussions reflect deepening France-India ties in space and defense sectors.
Eutelsat merged with OneWeb in 2023 and now operates about 650 satellites.
The company plans to exceed 1,000 satellites soon, backed by a €5 billion refinancing.

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Eutelsat is negotiating with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to diversify satellite-launch options beyond SpaceX and Ariane rockets.
Jean-François Fallacher, Eutelsat Chief Executive Officer, confirmed ongoing discussions aimed at diversification.
The discussions reflect deepening France-India ties in space and defense sectors.
Eutelsat merged with OneWeb in 2023 and now operates about 650 satellites.
The company plans to exceed 1,000 satellites soon, backed by a €5 billion refinancing.