Nilesat

Nilesat

https://nilesat.org/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-egyptian-satellite-company-nilesat/

Nilesat, a publicly owned Egyptian company founded in 1996, provides connectivity and distribution services. Headquartered in Egypt, it employs approximately 190 people and generated revenue of around $100 million in 2023. Its primary business involves the operation of satellites to deliver digital television and radio services across the Middle East and Africa.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1996

Headcount

185

Headquarters

Egypt

Primary Segment

Connectivity and distribution services

Ownership

Publicly Owned

Deployments

1

News Summary:

On an unspecified date, Nilesat received a media delegation from the Jordanian House of Representatives to strengthen media cooperation. From May 13 to 16, 2025, Nilesat participated in SatEXPO 2025 in Dubai, showcasing innovations and services. On an unspecified date during SatEXPO, Nilesat's Chairman and CEO, Major General Sameh Katta, met with Ignacio Gonzalez of Eutelsat Group to discuss enhanced cooperation. Also on an unspecified date, Major General Katta met with Joe Kawkabani of OSN Group in Dubai to discuss deepening their strategic partnership. Finally, on an unspecified date, Nilesat was listed as 36th on the Forbes Middle East Top 50 Listed Companies in Egypt for 2025.

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Nilesat offers products in the media tech industry. Nilesat's product portfolio comprises of connectivity and distribution services.

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Nilesat's revenues were $101.1M in 2024. All the revenue comes from media and broadcast satellite connectivity.

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Oct

29th

2025

18:30

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Nilesat Extends Congratulations on the Inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum

Nilesat Congratulates the Egyptian People and His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on the Grand Egyptian Museum Inauguration Nilesat extends its heartfelt congratulations to the great Egyptian people on the historic inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum — a unique cultural landmark that embodies the grandeur of Egypt and restores the glory of its eternal civilization that has illuminated the path of humanity throughout the ages.

Jul

9th

2025

18:30

A media delegation from the Jordanian House of Representatives visits the Egyptian Satellite Company, Nilesat.

The Egyptian Satellite Company, Nilesat, today received a media delegation from the Jordanian House of Representatives, on a visit aimed at strengthening media cooperation and exchanging expertise between the two brotherly countries. The delegation was received by Major General Sameh Katta, Chairman and CEO of Nilesat, who welcomed the guests, emphasizing the depth of bilateral relations between Egypt and the Kingdom of Jordan, and the historical ties and common goals shared by the two countries in supporting Arab media.

Jun

21st

2025

18:30

Awards and Recognitions,

Nilesat Ranked Among Egypt’s Top 50 Companies by Forbes for 2025

Nilesat is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious Forbes Middle East list of the Top 50 Listed Companies in Egypt for 2025, securing the 36th position among the nation’s most influential and high-performing corporations.

May

14th

2025

18:30

Nilesat Chairman and CEO meetings on the second day of Sat Expo in Dubai

‏Day 2 at SatEXPO – Nilesat Chairman and CEO General Sameh Katta held three key meetings today with Nilesat partners at SatEXPO in Dubai, UAE. ‏1. Meeting with Ignacio Gonzalez, Senior Vice-President – Media, Americas, Middle East & Northern Africa, Eutelsat Group ‏General Sameh Katta, Chairman and CEO of Nilesat held strategic discussions with Ignacio Gonzalez, Senior Vice-President at Eutelsat Group, focusing on enhancing cooperation between the two satellite operators.

May

12th

2025

18:30

Nilesat Participates in SATEXPO 2025 at Dubai World Trade Centre

Nilesat is pleased to announce its participation in SATEXPO 2025, taking place from 13 to 16 May 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ‏As a leading satellite operator in the Middle East and North Africa, Nilesat will showcase its latest innovations, services, and technological advancements in satellite communications and broadcasting.

May

11th

2025

18:30

Nilesat Chairman meets with OSN CEO in Dubai

Major General Sameh Katta, Chairman and CEO of Nilesat, met today with Joe Kawkabani, CEO of OSN Group, at OSN’s headquarters in Dubai. The two parties discussed ways to support and deepen the strategic partnership between the two companies through enhanced cooperation.

Apr

22nd

2025

18:30

Procurement and Sales,

NILESAT and RASCOM Sign MoU and Marketing Services Agreement to Strengthen Cooperation in Space Technology and Satellite Services

NILESAT and RASCOM are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a Marketing Service Contract, marking the beginning of a dynamic and mutually beneficial partnership in the field of space science and satellite technology.

Apr

16th

2025

18:30

Procurement and Sales,

Nilesat CEO signs contract to broadcast Saba TV on Nilesat satellites.

In a new step reflecting media cooperation between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Republic of Yemen, Major General Sameh Qatta, Chairman and Managing Director of Nilesat, today signed an official contract with the Yemeni side to broadcast Saba TV Channel via Nilesat satellites.

Feb

2nd

2025

18:30

Nilesat and Eutelsat Discuss Mutual Strategic Cooperation in Cairo

Nilesat Chairman and CEO Major General Sameh Katta stressed the company’s continuous endeavors to enhance and develop cooperation and exchange of expertise with various international partners to enhance the services provided by the company to its customers in the Middle East region and Africa , within the framework of cooperation between leading companies in the field of satellites and communications.

Dec

24th

2024

18:30

Chairman of the National Media Authority Ahmed Al-Moslemany visits Nilesat

Mr. Ahmed Al-Moslemany, Chairman of the National Media Authority, visited Nilesat today, where he was received by the Chairman and CEO of the company, Major General Sameh Katta. In a meeting that brought them together, they exchanged discussions on the role of the company and agreed on the continued and fruitful cooperation with the National Media Authority.

Dec

4th

2024

18:30

Nilesat celebrates 25 years of partnership with French companies in the presence of the France’s Ambassador to Egypt

Nilesat Chairman and CEO Major General Sameh Kata has received France Ambassador to Egypt, His Excellency Eric Chevalllier, at the company’s headquarters to celebrate more than 25 years of Nilesat’s partnerships with French companies working in the field of satellite manufacturing, launching, and technical consulting.

Dec

1st

2024

18:30

Nilesat and the Sudanese General Corporation for Radio and Television Broadcasting discuss ways of joint cooperation

December 2, 2024 – Today, the Chairman of Nilesat and CEO, Major General Sameh Qatta, met with Eng. Kamel Nyal Mohammed, Director General of the Sudanese General Authority for Radio and Television Broadcasting, to discuss and develop ways of strategic cooperation between the Egyptian Satellite Company and the Sudanese General Authority for Radio and Television Broadcasting.

Nilesat has customers like BBC Worldwide. Examples of Nilesat's suppliers include Ateme, PlayBox Neo and Harmonic.

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