Eutelsat appoints CTO

Satellite operator Eutelsat has appointed David Bair as chief technology officer. Bair joins from Echostar Satellite Services where he was senior vice-president of space programmes and operations.

Michel de Rosen, Eutelsat CEO said: “David’s long experience and considerable skill sets, notably in the satellite  field will further reinforce the exceptional levels of competence  already concentrated at Eutelsat. Technical excellence is core to the service we provide our clients and we are committed to paying it  our highest attention as we pursue our objectives to expand  resources and capabilities.”