Paris, September 4th, 2007 - SES (Euronext Paris and Luxemburg Stock Exchange: SESG) has been awarded “Satellite Operator of the Year: Growth and Profits 2007”  for the second consecutive year by Euroconsult, a leading Paris-based consultancy and research organisation specialising in broadcasting and space communication.

The award is based on a performance analysis of a peer group and recognises SES’ industry-leading track record in revenue and profit growth in 2006 and in the period 2004-2006. Specifically, the jury based its findings on the increase in revenue, the development of EBITDA and EBIT, as well as on the evolution of the net profit margin.

SES’ revenue in 2006 increased by 28.4% to EUR 1,615.2 million.  EBITDA grew 22.6% to EUR 1,080.1 million, while EBIT rose 27.2% to EUR 605.3 million, and the net income of EUR 435.8 million represented a net income margin of 27%.

Romain Bausch, President and CEO of SES, said: “This award reflects the success of our profitable growth strategy, which is further underscored by our strong results of the first half 2007. Our investment strategy focusing on the development of our core business and on complementary services businesses is producing great results and allows us to enhance our distribution policy.”

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