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MEASAT-3d, described by Malaysian operator MEASAT as its latest and most advanced satellite, has now entered commercial service, after its handover by Airbus Defence and Space.

[As we reported at the time](https://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/satellite-communications-networks/13662-india-and-malaysia-launch-new-comms-satellites.html), the launch of MEASAT-3d took place on 22 June 2022 from Kourou, French Guiana. In orbit testing was successfully completed a month later, ahead of schedule.

MEASAT-3d, a multi-mission satellite with a planned lifespan of more than 18 years, carries C-band and Ku-band payloads for video and direct-to-home services and a high-throughput multiple spot beam Ka-band payload optimised to deliver high-speed broadband internet communications for Malaysia; this will include users in the most remote areas of the country.

The satellite also hosts a Q/V band payload, described as the first of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region, allowing the satellite to study radio frequency propagation effects in high rainfall regions like Malaysia, to enable the design of its next generation satellites. In addition, MEASAT-3d carries a hosted payload for Korean satellite communication operator KTSAT related to airline flight safety.

“With this, MEASAT-3d is ready to support the Malaysian Government’s National Digital Network (JENDELA) target to achieve 100% internet coverage by 2025, as well as our clients’ plans to expand service offerings and improve customer experience,” said Yau Chyong Lim, Chief Operating Officer, MEASAT.

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