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Broadband services in Spain and Portugal are set to improve with the launch of Avanti’s HYLAS 1 Ka-band satellite.

Eurona Telecom and Avanti announced the full launch of service across Spain and Portugal after signing a ten-year contract with capacity from Avanti to provide connectivity across the two countries.

The contract will enable Eurona to grow its business and support Spain’s broadband coverage goals set by the EU in the Digital Agenda for Europe (DAE), as part of the Horizon 2020 programme.

Consumers and businesses of all sizes across mainland Spain and Portugal will have access to a range of superfast satellite broadband packages.

Jaume Sanpera, CEO of Eurona, said: “Our business strategy is to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and consistent growth. A successful combination of Eurona’s ambition and market knowledge, and innovative technology from established partners, such as Avanti, will help us to achieve this.

“We are excited to work with Avanti to connect customers more effectively across the region using its outstanding and highly flexible quality of service. To date we currently have 1,000 sites connected via this platform which is a great achievement for Eurona and Avanti through this partnership.”

David Williams, CEO of Avanti, added: “We are very encouraged by the growth in this business, which is consistent with our strategy of securing high value, long-term contracts with leading EMEA service providers, and look forward to a strong and successful long-term relationship.”

Avanti and Eurona are now planning to extend their partnership and expand their geographic footprint into new territories, such as central Europe and North Africa.v