About ESOA

The European Satellite Operators' Association (ESOA) was formed in March 2002 to represent the interests of the industry with key European organisations, including the European Commission, Parliament, Council and the European Space Agency as well as other international organisations. ESOA's goals include ensuring that satellites benefit from the appropriate political, industrial and regulatory environment to fulfil their vital role in the delivery of communications. ESOA is governed by a Board of Directors, made up of the CEO's of its 10 Member Companies. The present Chairman of the Board is Mr. Michael Butler.

ESOA's executive is a Secretary General, Ms. Aarti Holla-Maini who reports to the Board of Directors. Policy matters are managed in two operative Working Groups:

• Market Access, Regulatory & Frequency Issues
• Space Policy

A treasurer ensures the proper financial working of the Association.

ESOA is often consulted as reference point for the industry by policy-makers, national and international regulators, other industrial groups, associations and academics for information concerning facts and views of the industry or with requests to cooperate on specific issues. It often participates in conferences representing the space or satellite operator's industry.

As the provision of satellite communications through ESOA members in fact implies global coverage, ESOA also has Co-operations with other organisations on issues that affect members' business outside Europe.