Eutelsat has ordered a communications satellite, Hot Bird 8, from EADS Astrium to be launched by Arianespace in 2006. It will be the largest Eutelsat craft, carrying 64 transponders and will be located at 13°E in geostationary orbit. The E3000 Eurostar-craft will be the 34th Eurostar series model ordered, and weigh 5t, with solar panels generating 14kW.
Source: Flight International