Vivacom, a Bulgarian telecommunications company owned by United Group (UG), has achieved a significant milestone by clinching a spot in the prestigious Top 10 rankings of the World Teleport Association (WTA) for the fourth consecutive year. Pročitaj više

This esteemed recognition is based on the remarkable growth in annual satellite revenue for business clients during the past year, said United Group.

This outstanding achievement reflects Vivacom’s unwavering commitment to a strategic vision that revolves around investments in top-tier products, cutting-edge technologies, and the expansion of its ground infrastructure. Supported by United Group’s regional expertise and backing, the group’s overall investment in Bulgaria is set to reach BGN 4.8 billion by 2026, or roughly 2.4 bln euros.

Operating within United Group in Serbia are the companies SBB and its services EON and Total TV, Shoppster, while the media content is broadcast by television stations and portals N1, Nova and Sport Klub.

Victoriya Boklag, CEO of United Group said: “For four consecutive years, being part of the Top 10 fastest-growing global companies offering satellite services to businesses is a significant recognition for Vivacom. It reaffirms that our continuous investments in innovation, consistently high-quality services, and the exceptionally high expertise of our team on both Bulgarian and international market are the key ingredients to our continued success.”

Some of the biggest business clients of Vivacom’s satellite services are: Disney, Eutelsat, Viacom, National Geographic Channel, Viasat, Endurosat, Leaf Space along with many other content providers, telecoms and satellite operators.

Just a month ago, Vivacom and Eutelsat Group announced the commencement of operations for their ground station for satellite communications in the village of Mogila, Stara Zagora. This facility, one of only 35 of its kind globally, provides expanded communication services via low Earth orbit satellites. Vivacom’s ground infrastructure also includes the state-of-the-art “Plana” satellite station, boasting the highest possible certification in satellite services – Tier 4. Plana serves as one of the most advanced facilities globally, tailored to meet the needs of business clients.

Through its ground stations, Vivacom broadcasts over 600 TV channels, reaching millions of households across Europe, Africa, South America, and Asia, including some of the most remote and challenging locations, such as Antarctica.

United Group’s continued commitment to Vivacom’s growth in the satellite industry reinforces the telecom operator’s position as a leader and innovator in the global telecommunications sector, offering top-notch services and solutions to clients worldwide, said UG.