Thaicom 4 Satellite Successfully Decommissioned
GISTDA has confirmed the successful decommissioning of the Thaicom 4 (IPSTAR) satellite, which has been moved to a graveyard orbit.
According to a report by Matichon Online, the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) has successfully completed the decommissioning process for the Thaicom 4 (IPSTAR) satellite. The satellite has been maneuvered into a designated graveyard orbit, a standard procedure for retired satellites to prevent collisions with active spacecraft in geostationary orbit. GISTDA monitored the entire operation to ensure that the transition was executed safely and without impacting other operational satellites currently in orbit. For residents and travelers in Thailand, this event marks the end of a significant chapter in the nation's telecommunications infrastructure history. While the satellite is no longer in service, the successful disposal operation highlights the country's commitment to responsible space debris management and international space safety standards. At this time, there are no reports of service disruptions related to this decommissioning, as modern infrastructure has already transitioned to newer systems. Further details regarding the long-term impact on regional satellite connectivity or future replacement projects have not been officially confirmed by the agency.
