Es’hailSat continues growth of video neighborhood at 26° East with the public broadcaster.
Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, has expanded its channel offerings by incorporating Algeria’s El Ikhbariya (Algeria 3 / A3) TV channel into its video distribution lineup at the 26° East orbital position, facilitated by the Es’hail-2 satellite. The Es’hailSat satellite footprint strategically encompasses the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, optimising signal coverage and enabling significant viewership potential for the public broadcaster’s channel from the Public Establishment of Broadcasting in Algeria (TDA) throughout this expansive area. The scope of the agreement also includes five radio channels to cover the MENA region. This enhancement underscores Es’hailSat’s commitment to delivering a diverse range of content to satisfy regional demand.
The Public Establishment of Broadcasting in Algeria (TDA) is Algeria’s national public broadcaster. It is a state-owned entity charged of broadcasting of television programmes (EPTV Public Establishment of Algerian TV ) and Radio programmes ( EPRS Public Establishment of Algerian Radio). Originally established in 1986, born from the restructuring of the previous RTA Establishment (Algerian Radio and TV) TDA
Ensures the exclusive broadcasting and the transmission in Algeria and abroad of the programs of public service establishments of the programs of public service establishments and those of entities authorized to use the public domain.
Es’hailSat provides satellite, broadcast, teleport and managed services from Doha, Qatar and brings to this relationship more than 15 years of being in the business of catering to broadcasters, telecommunication companies, enterprises, mobility applications and governments across the Middle East and North Africa. Es’hailSat’s two satellites at 25.5/26 East together with our 50,000 sqm Tier-4 certified teleport facility provides reliable and robust connectivity services.
Ali Ahmed Al-Kuwari, President and CEO, Es’hailSat, said: “Es’hailSat is delighted to welcome Algeria’s El Ikhbariya (A3) TV channel and bring on board Algeria’s public broadcaster to our satellite hotspot. We believe that the reliability and expertise in providing satellite services by Es’hailSat aligns perfectly with EPTV’s vision to serve as the primary state and public broadcaster, providing comprehensive and reliable information to the Algerian public.”
The channels are now part of the Es’hail-2 channels bouquet which further adds to the attractive line up of premium content currently broadcast via Es’hail-2 satellite.
