Meridian Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Meridian bus accounts for 11 cataloged objects, of which 8 are in orbit and 3 are active. 2 have reentered. Most are built by RESH. The largest operator on this bus is VVKOV. The first launched in 2006, the most recent in 2026.
8
In orbit
3
Active
11
Total launched
2
Reentered
Meridian launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Meridian satellites.
| Manufacturer | RESH |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 2000 kg |
| Dry mass | 2000 kg |
| Length | 4 m |
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Span | 10 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Design life | 7 years |
| Equipment | ? |
| Typical orbit | 718 min period, 63° inclination |
Top operators
VVKOV 5 KVR 3 VVKO 2 RESH 1
Top countries
RU 10 CIS 1
Meridian satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERIDIAN 11 | 68571 | 2026-071A | VVKOV | Apr 3, 2026 | 718 min, 62.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 10 Meridian-M No. 20L | 52145 | 2022-030A | VVKOV | Mar 22, 2022 | 718 min, 62.7° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2553 Kosmos-2553 | 51511 | 2022-011A | VVKOV | Feb 5, 2022 | 127 min, 67.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 9 Meridian-M No. 19L | 45254 | 2020-015A | VVKOV | Feb 20, 2020 | 718 min, 65.5° | Active | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 8 Meridian-M No. 18L | 44453 | 2019-046A | VVKOV | Jul 30, 2019 | 718 min, 63.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 7 Meridian No. 17L | 40296 | 2014-069A | VVKO | Oct 30, 2014 | 718 min, 63.4° | Active | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 6 Meridian No. 16L | 38995 | 2012-063A | VVKO | Nov 14, 2012 | 717 min, 64.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 4 Meridian No. 14L | 37398 | 2011-018A | KVR | May 4, 2011 | 213 min, 62.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 3 Meridian No. 13L | 37212 | 2010-058A | KVR | Nov 2, 2010 | 718 min, 63.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 2 Meridian No. 12L | 35008 | 2009-029A | RESH | May 21, 2009 | 88 min, 62.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MERIDIAN 1 Meridian No. 11L | 29668 | 2006-061A | KVR | Dec 24, 2006 | 89 min, 61.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Meridian satellites are there?
The catalog lists 11 objects built on the Meridian bus. 8 are in orbit and 2 have reentered.
How many Meridian satellites are in orbit?
8 Meridian objects are currently in orbit, of which 3 carry an active status.
Who builds the Meridian bus?
The Meridian bus is most commonly built by RESH.
When did the first Meridian satellite launch?
The first cataloged Meridian satellite launched in 2006, and the most recent in 2026.