When will Sky Q be phased out? Details of new deal emerge
Sky has addressed rumours about phasing out its Sky Q service by signing a new agreement with satellite signal provider SES.
The deal ensures that Sky’s satellite TV broadcasting in the UK and Ireland will continue for at least another five years, with content being delivered to satellite dishes until 2029 at the earliest.
There were concerns that Sky was gradually phasing out its Sky Q service and steering customers toward Sky Glass or Stream, particularly as certain packages and plans were quietly discontinued. However, those who rely on and enjoy the satellite service can now feel reassured, knowing it’s here to stay for the foreseeable future.
Under the new agreement, SES will continue providing the necessary capacity to deliver Sky’s satellite channel offerings to Sky Q subscribers across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. This includes extending capacity for multiple transponders, with expiration dates running through 2029. Additionally, the agreement prolongs SES’s back-up services contract with Sky until the end of 2027.
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“We’re pleased to continue our long-standing collaboration with SES, reinforcing our commitment to providing the best viewing experience to all customers – whether they’re watching on our much-loved Sky Q satellite platform, or over our IP products, Glass and Stream,” said Nick Herm, Chief Business Officer at Sky. “This contract renewal provides us with the reliability we need to continue to deliver our market-leading TV offer and broad mix of channels to Sky Q customers across the UK and Ireland.”
“This important contract renewal with Sky reflects our ongoing commitment to deliver the highest levels of performance, service reliability and reach to our customers,” said Norbert Hölzle, Global Head of Media at SES. “As one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies, Sky trusts our satellite network to provide its viewers with a premium TV experience. This extension underscores the value satellites continue to deliver in the evolving media landscape to broadcasters and audiences alike.”
SES’s satellites at the 28.2/28.5 degrees East orbital position deliver a wide range of channels to more than 17 million TV households in UK and Ireland.
