// GEO · EAST
40°E
Russian Satellite Communications Company
$100M+
estimated value
1
Satellites
15
First launch
15
Latest launch
Moderate
Congestion
Russian state broadcast and government position covering East Africa and the Middle East. Carries federal broadcasting mandates across Siberia and serves as a relay hub for Russian diplomatic and government networks. The 40°E arc also reaches into the Horn of Africa and Arabian Peninsula.
ActiveC-bandKu-bandRussiaEast AfricaMiddle East
Co-located satellites (1)
| Satellite | Launched |
|---|---|
Express-AM7 | 15 |
Satellite names, operators, and positions from UCS Satellite Database (May 2023). FCC authorization data from the FCC Approved Space Station List. Satellite identifiers (NORAD/COSPAR) omitted; UCS identifier accuracy has not been independently verified. Curated descriptions and valuations from Clarke.