EUTELSAT 172B is a new high-capacity satellite which delivers increased capacity for fast-growing applications in Asia-Pacific, including in-flight and maritime connectivity, cellular backhaul, corporate networks, video and government services.

Located at the key 172° neighbourhood, the satellite provides exceptional land and sea reach over Asia-Pacific, from Alaska to Australia.

The EUTELSAT 172B satellite is a triple mission satellite with three distinct payloads:

- a trans-Pacific C-band payload delivering increased power and broader coverage to enhance the service previously provided to customers via EUTELSAT 172A as well as reach new growth markets in South East Asia;

- a regular Ku-band payload which doubles capacity at 172° East and connects five improved service areas: North Pacific, North East Asia, South East Pacific, South West Pacific and South Pacific;

- an innovative High Throughput Ku-band payload designed for in-flight broadband with multiple user spots optimised to serve densely-used Asian and trans-Pacific flight paths. Panasonic Avionics Corporation has selected the EUTELSAT 172B satellite as its platform for trans-Pacific and Asian in-flight broadband and live TV services for commercial airlines.

The satellite was launched in June 2017 and entered service in November 2017.