Pakistan’s National Communications Satellite PAKSAT-1R is the first in a series of communication satellites being planned for launch. The successful replacement of PAKSAT-1 with PAKSAT-1R will ensure continuity of service to various National and International customers including, TV broadcasters, Telecom operators, Data and Broadband Internet service providers as well as government organizations.

PAKSAT-1R will operate from orbital location of 38° East Longitude and shall offer C and Ku band coverage in over 75 countries across Europe, Africa, Middle East, South and Central Asia.