SES is now the first satellite operator to offer the satellite broadband service Internet Satellite JET with download speeds of up to 20 Mbit/s for consumers in France, effective immediately via France Telecom-Orange’s satellite broadband affiliate NordNet.
   The new service uses Ka-band capacity on the SES Astra 2F satellite and features download speeds of up to 20 Mbit/s, VoIP telephony and High-Definition TV from 29.90 euros ($39.40) per month. NordNet uses new generation end-user terminals provided by Gilat Satellite Technologies.
   "SES is again pioneering satellite broadband services in Europe, being the first operator to offer equal features to terrestrial services and at a highly competitive price,” SES Broadband Services Managing Director Patrick Biewer said in a statement. “We are convinced that the new Ka-band offer presents a great solution for users in remote locations and will significantly drive product sales in France."