Makarios Earth Station

Makarios Satellite Earth Station is a teleport in Cyprus operated by CYTA that has been in operation since 1980.^[1] The site is home to a large farm of earth station antennas operating with a range of satellites. Makarios Teleport is connected with CYTA’s national and international fiber networks. Satellite links are provided in C, Ku and DBS frequency bands. The teleport is staffed on a 24-hour basis for 365 days per year.^[2][3]

Location and climate

The Makarios Teleport offers full visibility of the geostationary arc, covering any satellite location between 33,5°W and 100,5°E with elevation angles greater than 10°.^[4] The climate in Cyprus, with extensive sunshine, low rainfall and mild temperatures, is optimal for satellite operations; reduced margins for rain attenuation make it possible to provide links with enhanced availability.^[5]

Communication links

The Makarios Teleport is integrated with CYTA’s national and international networks via protected optical fiber rings. There are broadband connections to the core IP/MPLS network, which provides links to various nodes in Cyprus and abroad. Capacity is made available with WDM technology and dark fiber connections. Protected IP connectivity to the Global Internet is also offered.^[6] Dedicated fiber connections to CYTA’s international switches are in place. The international fiber network is further protected with restoration plans which are regularly tested in association with other international operators.^[7][8][9]

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