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Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) announced the successful launch of Intelsat 40e aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This satellite began its deployment and is expected to commence its journey to geostationary orbit. Intelsat 40e carries NASA’s Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) instrument, with commissioning activities starting in late May or early June. The satellite enhances communications capabilities for Intelsat customers across North America and supports the growing demand for connectivity in various sectors, including commercial aviation. This launch adds to Maxar's ongoing partnership with Intelsat, following the successful deployment of Galaxy 35 and 36 satellites last year.

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  • Successful launch of Intelsat 40e, enhancing Maxar's satellite portfolio.
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WESTMINSTER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), provider of comprehensive space solutions and secure, precise, geospatial intelligence, today announced that Intelsat 40e (IS-40e) is performing as expected after being launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

Shortly after launch earlier today, the satellite deployed its solar arrays and began receiving and sending signals. Next, IS-40e will begin firing thrusters to commerce its journey to final geostationary orbit. Its hosted payload, NASA’s Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) instrument, will begin commissioning activities in late May or early June. Maxar identified the host for TEMPO and integrated the instrument with IS-40e before it was delivered for launch.

Download high-res imagery of IS-40e and TEMPO here: https://maxar.mediavalet.com/portals/is-40e

“Today’s launch shows the value of commercial and government teamwork,” said Chris Johnson, Maxar’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of Space. “We have decades of experience building communications technology and Earth-monitoring spacecraft. This satellite serves both missions, benefitting people on Earth in new ways using Maxar’s expertise.”

Maxar’s 1300-class spacecraft can support optical instruments with fine pointing, low-jitter and high-fidelity sensor data with either a hosted sensor or a dedicated mission. By hosting government payloads on commercial satellites, Maxar can assist government agencies access space without the cost of building a dedicated spacecraft. Similarly, the hosted payload helps the commercial customer share the cost of the satellite bus, launch and operations.

Based on Maxar’s proven 1300-class satellite platform, IS-40e will provide Intelsat customers across North America with flexible, high-throughput coast-to-coast coverage. The additional capacity will also support Intelsat’s growing demand for solving connectivity challenges for commercial and private planes, moving vehicles on land and other mobility applications.

Today’s launch added more Maxar-built spacecraft to Intelsat’s fleet, having recently launched Galaxy 35 and Galaxy 36 at the end of 2022.

About Maxar

Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR) is a provider of comprehensive space solutions and secure, precise, geospatial intelligence. We deliver disruptive value to government and commercial customers to help them monitor, understand and navigate our changing planet; deliver global broadband communications; and explore and advance the use of space. Our unique approach combines decades of deep mission understanding and a proven commercial and defense foundation to deploy solutions and deliver insights with unrivaled speed, scale and cost effectiveness. Maxar’s 4,600 team members in over 20 global locations are inspired to harness the potential of space to help our customers create a better world. Maxar trades on the New York Stock Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange as MAXR. For more information, visit www.maxar.com.

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Media Contact:

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Maxar Media Relations

+1-650-852-5188

Mark.lewis@maxar.com

Source: Maxar Technologies

FAQ

What is the significance of the Intelsat 40e launch for Maxar (MAXR)?

The launch of Intelsat 40e enhances Maxar's satellite portfolio and strengthens its partnerships with commercial and government clients.

When will the TEMPO instrument aboard Intelsat 40e begin its commissioning activities?

The TEMPO instrument is expected to start commissioning activities in late May or early June.

How does Intelsat 40e benefit customers in North America?

Intelsat 40e provides flexible, high-throughput coast-to-coast coverage, addressing connectivity challenges for various applications.

Which rocket was used to launch Intelsat 40e?

Intelsat 40e was launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

What was the outcome of Maxar's recent collaboration with Intelsat?

The recent collaboration has resulted in the successful deployment of multiple satellites, including Intelsat 40e, Galaxy 35, and Galaxy 36.

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