Satellite TV Updates: December 2025
The satellite TV landscape has seen several notable changes recently. Channels across Europe and the Middle East have updated their transponders, moved satellites, or experienced temporary outages. Here’s a detailed look at the latest updates along with each channel’s biodata and satellite information.
| Channel Name | Transponder | Satellite | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presence TV | 11105 H | NSS-12 | left @ 57° E |
| Persiana KPop | 10762 V | TürkmenÄlem/MonacoSat | on @ 52° E |
| Persiana Vibe | 10762 V | TürkmenÄlem/MonacoSat | left @ 52° E |
| TM TV Persian | 12149 V | Al Yah 1 | back on @ 52.5° E |
| Big Brother VIP Albania 1 | 10930 H | Hellas Sat 4 | encrypted now (Tring Digital) @ 39° E |
| Big Brother VIP Albania 2 | 10930 H | Hellas Sat 4 | encrypted now (Tring Digital) @ 39° E |
| Big Brother VIP Albania 1 | 10762 H | Eutelsat 16A | encrypted now (Digit Alb) @ 16° E |
| Big Brother VIP Albania 2 | 10804 H | Eutelsat 16A | encrypted now (Digit Alb) @ 16° E |
| MTV Lebanon | 12627 V | Badr-8 | on @ 26° E |
| Libya WTV | 12631 V | Badr-8 | on @ 26° E |
| MC EU | 11075 V | Hot Bird 13G | left @ 13° E |
Presence TV
Presence TV, broadcasting on NSS-12, recently left its current transponder 11105 H at 57° E. Presence TV is known for its diverse programming, including news, entertainment, and cultural shows. NSS-12, a geostationary communications satellite at 57° E, provides coverage for Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, supporting high-quality satellite TV transmissions. The departure from this transponder may temporarily affect viewers until the channel stabilizes on a new transponder.
Persiana KPop & Persiana Vibe
Persiana KPop has been added to TürkmenÄlem/MonacoSat on 10762 V, located at 52° E, while Persiana Vibe has left the same satellite and transponder. Persiana channels are popular for their entertainment content, focusing on music, pop culture, and lifestyle shows targeting the Persian-speaking audience. TürkmenÄlem/MonacoSat covers Central Asia and parts of Europe, ensuring these channels reach a wide demographic.
TM TV Persian
TM TV Persian, a channel known for broadcasting Persian music, news, and entertainment, has returned on Al Yah 1 at 12149 V on 52.5° E. Al Yah 1 provides extensive coverage over the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Europe, making it a key satellite for regional broadcasters. The channel’s return ensures fans can continue accessing their favorite shows without disruption.
Big Brother VIP Albania 1 & 2
Big Brother VIP Albania channels have experienced multiple changes. The Tring Digital feed (10930 H) is now encrypted on Hellas Sat 4 at 39° E, while the Digit Alb feed (10762 H & 10804 H) is encrypted on Eutelsat 16A at 16° E. Big Brother VIP Albania is a reality TV show popular in Albania and the Balkans, featuring celebrity participants. Hellas Sat 4 covers Southeastern Europe and parts of the Middle East, whereas Eutelsat 16A offers coverage for Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. The encryption ensures content is accessible only to authorized subscribers.
MTV Lebanon & Libya WTV
MTV Lebanon is now available on Badr-8 at 12627 V, and Libya WTV is broadcasting on the same satellite at 12631 V. MTV Lebanon delivers news, entertainment, and cultural programs to Lebanese audiences globally, while Libya WTV focuses on Libyan news and entertainment. Badr-8, positioned at 26° E, covers the Middle East and North Africa, providing reliable transmission for regional broadcasters.
MC EU
MC EU, previously on Hot Bird 13G at 11075 V, has now left the satellite. MC EU broadcasts music and entertainment content across European audiences. Hot Bird 13G at 13° E is one of Europe’s most widely used satellites for TV and radio broadcasting, offering high-quality digital transmissions.
Conclusion
The recent updates across multiple satellite TV channels highlight the dynamic nature of the industry. From transponder changes to satellite migrations and encryption updates, viewers need to stay informed to ensure uninterrupted access. Satellite networks like NSS-12, TürkmenÄlem/MonacoSat, Al Yah 1, Hellas Sat 4, Eutelsat 16A, Badr-8, and Hot Bird 13G continue to provide critical infrastructure supporting these channels, ensuring high-quality broadcasts across vast regions.