IMSO Director General celebrates the launch of Inmarsat’s I-6 F2 satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida

IMSO Director General celebrates the launch of Inmarsat’s I-6 F2 satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida

20 February 2023

The Director General was invited by Inmarsat to witness their I-6 F2 satellite successfully launch on Friday 17th February from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket! He had the pleasure of attending the launch with Inmarsat CEO, Rajeev Suri and His Excellency Mr. Laurent Parenté of the Republic of Vanuatu, the Director General Elect of IMSO.

Inmarsat’s I-6 F2 satellites are their first hybrid satellites that feature both L-band and Ka-band high-speed broadband communications payloads, providing essential maritime safety service to seafarers.

IMSO Director General (right), Inmarsat CEO, Rajeev Suri (centre) and His Excellency Mr. Laurent Parenté of the Republic of Vanuatu, the Director General Elect of IMSO.

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