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ISS-Reshetnev said it has commenced integrating the service module and the payload module (PLM) of the Telkom-3 satellite being manufactured for the Indonesian satellite operator PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk.Other Posts:First EDRS contract signed by OHB-System and Astrium ServicesSpeed control from outer space? Not reallyMerrimac To Supply Components For Military SatelliteDISH Network Surpasses 13 Million CustomersMitsubishi To Offer Sirius Satellite Radio“Band of Brothers” The Sequel – HBO Rolls Out “The Pacific” For Satellite TVComparing Cable Services and Service Using Satellite DishesDigitalGlobe announces direct access agreement