Astra 1P is a geostationary communications satellite that will distribute direct-to-home broadcast services throughout Europe.The deal between Thales Alenia Space and SES was announced in November 2021. The two Ku-band geostationary satellites, Astra 1P and Astra 1Q, will support SES's major European broadcasters' content distribution operations and provide connectivity services across Europe at 19.2° East.