Estimated price of upcoming government-made satellite reported
The Argentinean state-owned company Invap is set to launch the Arsat-SG1 satellite within the next three years, around 2028, as reported in August 2025[1]. This second-generation geostationary satellite will operate in the Ka band from its orbital position at 81 degrees west, assigned to Argentina by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)[1].
The Arsat-SG1 is a significant technological advancement over its predecessors, focusing solely on high-capacity Internet. It boasts a power output of over 9 KW and a transmission capacity of more than 70 gigabits per second[1]. One of its key features is a 100% electric propulsion system, making it lighter and more efficient[1]. The mass of the satellite has been reduced from three tons to just under two[1].
The versatility of the Arsat-SG1's launch compatibility expands the options for selecting a provider, reduces costs, and avoids dependence on a single spacecraft. It is compatible with multiple launch vehicles, including the Ariane 6 (European), Falcon 9 from SpaceX (American), and the GLEN launcher[1]. Although no specific provider has been finalized yet, SpaceX's Falcon 9 is among the compatible options.
The services offered by the Arsat-SG1 are similar to those offered by Starlink, a company of Elon Musk. The satellite is designed for high-speed internet service operating in the K band from the orbital position at 81 degrees west[1]. The orbital position 81° West for the Arsat-SG1 is located 36,000 kilometers from Earth[1].
[1] Source: Official reports from Invap and the Argentinean Space Agency.
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