ILS and Khrunichev are implementing a mission integration schedule to support a Proton launch that will place Mexsat-1 into geostationary transfer orbit before sending it to its final orbital location at 113 degrees West. Mexsat-1 will join Mexico’s current satellite fleet to offer mobile satellite services and fixed satellite services to support governmental, civil and humanitarian efforts.

    “ILS and Khrunichev are poised to support SCT’s schedule requirements and look forward to delivering outstanding value with an ILS Proton launch,” ILS President Frank McKenna said in a statement.

   The satellite, currently under construction by Boeing based on its 702 HP platform, is being equipped with a 22-meter L-band reflector for mobile terminal links, complemented by a 2-meter Ku-band antenna.