Elfordstown Earthstation, Observatory near Midleton, Cork, Ireland
The National Space Centre operates Elfordstown Earthstation, which features 33 satellite antennas capable of transferring 30GB of data per second.
The facility began operations in 1984 through Telecom Éireann and Eutelsat, initially broadcasting voice, data, and television services across Europe and to the United States.
The NSC Space Academy at Elfordstown provides specialized education programs for engineers and IT professionals in satellite communications and space technology.
The facility requires advance registration for visits and is accessible through a 3-kilometer private road located 5 kilometers north of Midleton.
The complex contains a 32-meter diameter C band antenna and operates as Europe's most western teleport, maintaining connections with various satellite networks.
GPS coordinates: 51.95356,-8.17553
Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:46
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