Eutelsat was originally set up in 1977 as an intergovernmental organisation (IGO) to develop and operate a satellite-based telecommunications infrastructure for Europe.Eutelsat started operations 20 years ago with the launch of its first satellite in 1983, followed by a further 30 satellite launches, creating one of the leaders in the Fixed Satellite Services industry with a 14% global market share at the end of 2005 (source: Euroconsult 2006).

From the very beginning in 1978 Elber has chosen to work in the microwave radio link sector for the broadcast industry. The company has changed several times its location in the Italian Riviera in the north of Italy near Genoa, in order to adapt its structure to the needs of an always expanding market. Today in fact, due to the constant presence at all major international trade shows regarding the broadcast industry, Elber can count on a widespread diffusion of its products in every part of the world: Europe, Central and South America, Asia, Africa and Australia.

RVR Elettronica was founded in 1979 to manufacture Telecommunication , F.M. Broadcast equipment and TV transmitting equipement lately .More than 30 years RVR Elettronica has formed an established group of companies composed of more than 200 professional figures, consolidating its leader position in the FM worldwide market.The name of RVR has become synonymous of tradition, innovation, quality and reliability.

For over 50 years we have delivered pioneering imaging technologies to our customers in Europe. Our customers benefit from consumer and professional imaging products including leading edge photographic equipment, printers, scanners and binoculars, as well as our advanced range of Digital Compact and SLR cameras. In addition, our Business Solutions offer a vast portfolio of print and document solutions for small and medium businesses, large corporations and governments.

Sachtler offers camera support, lighting and studio technology for professional users in the fields of broadcast and film.
The following business areas have been created as a result:
Lightweight, ENG (Electronic news gathering), EFP (Electronic field production), Studio applications, Feature Film.

Since its beginning 50 years ago, Leader has earned a worldwide reputation for designing and manufacturing some of the most reliable, practical and cost effective electronic instruments available. The products were originally developed for production testing and servicing. These are applications in which ease-of-use and highest reliability are essential. By expanding into a broad line of industrial and video instruments, Leader was able to add to these fundamental qualities a cost-performance ratio unequalled in the industry.