Press Release:  2005

Al-Sham Satellite TV Channel Broadcasts on Arabsat

Riyadh,

Arabsat and Arab Commercial Group concluded an agreement for Al-Sham Satellite Channel joining Arabsat.

Mohammed Akram Al-Jundi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Arab Technical Production outlined that Al-Sham is the first Syrian private channel which will care for the Arab family affairs though serious programs that foster Arab communities ties.

Al-Jundi advised that Al-Sham Channel has selected Arabsat for its distinct cutting-edge services utilizing the latest state-of-the-art technology of the 4th generation wide-footprint geographical coverage which shall be launched late 2005.

Arabsat CEO Eng. Khaled Balkhyour says viewers may receive the channel broadcasting as follows:

Satellite:                       Arabsat 2D

Frequency:        12597 Mhz

Polarity:                        Horizontal

Symbol Rate:    27500 M/S

Eng. Balkhyour expressed his pleasure for Al-Sham joining Arabsat wishing the new Channel every success. He reassured Arabsat continuous concern and endeavors to meet its customers demands and provide support to ensure success of their mission. Arabsat is dedicated to become pioneer in serving its satellite communications customers worldwide.

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