Boeing-built satellite for Indonesia enhances connectivity

A recent handover transferring operational control to customer clears path to connect 17,000+ islands and nearby countries.

May 19, 2026 in Commercial, Space

On left, man standing at podium for speech. On right, digital image of SNL satellite above the earth, in space Left: Ryan Reid, president of Boeing Satellite Systems International, at the SNL handover ceremony in Indonesia on May 11. Right: Image of SNL satellite in space overlooking Indonesian archipelago

Boeing recently completed the handover of Satelit Nusantara Lima (SNL) to customer Pasifik Satelit Nusantara (PSN), transferring operational control of the satellite that will expand reliable connectivity across Indonesia and neighboring southeast Asian countries.

Why it matters: Boeing and Indonesia boast a more than 75-year partnership, jointly supporting the development of the country’s aerospace, aviation and defense capabilities. The handover is a milestone not only for PSN, Indonesia and surrounding nations, but also for Boeing’s strong presence in the region.

“The commencement of Nusantara Lima satellite services becomes a historic moment for the national satellite industry, marking a step forward in mastering space technology and strengthening Indonesia’s sovereignty,” said Adi Rahman Adiwoso, president director of PSN. “Thanks to the hard work, support, and collaboration of all partners, Satelit Nusantara Lima  is ready to provide equal connectivity for the people, thus enabling digital transformation in the country.”

SNL will provide reliable connectivity to support everyday tasks for students in rural schools, employees in clinics and hospitals, small businesses, disaster response teams, and maritime operators and travelers.

  • “Handing over SNL to PSN marks significant progress for improved connectivity in southeast Asian countries,” said Ryan Reid, president of Boeing Satellite Systems International. “I’m proud of our team for delivering this state-of-the-art capability to PSN and continuing Boeing’s longstanding history in Indonesia to improve connectivity through satellite communications.”
Group of people smiling in Indonesia, surrounded by plants Boeing engineering teammates with PSN customer at their site in Indonesia.

How it works: SNL’s entry into full commercial service provides more than 160 gigabits per second of capacity for broadband and essential communications.

  • The satellite was built on Boeing’s 702MP platform, which supports high-power communications missions for customers around the world, including the U.S. Space Force’s next generation Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS)-11 and WGS-12 satellites and the recently launched ViaSat-3 F3 satellite.
  • Spectrolab, a Boeing subsidiary, built the satellite’s solar arrays, which generate up to 15 kilowatts of power.

What’s next: Boeing’s satellite team will continue to support PSN during the early phases of SNL operations.