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system overview
Initial services will be provided using the existing Skynet 4 satellites and by upgrading the ground segment. Full services will be provided using two new Skynet 5 satellites and enhanced ground systems. The Skynet 5 system will be capable of providing survivable, flexible and interoperable long range communication services.
The Skynet 5 system comprises of:
- 2 satellites delivered in orbit
- Management System - To be designed, developed, implemented and supported by Logica
- Baseband System - Cogent Defence & Security Networks are responsible for the design and provision of all baseband elements
- Strategic ground elements located at three UK sites and five overseas sites
- 59 tactical terminals
- Upgrades to terminals on 36 ships
- 3rd and 4th level maintenance support
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