NEW DELHI: MEASAT Satellite Systems has appointed Santosh Desai as sales director – Africa.

Desai will be responsible for opening new markets in Africa, developing sales channels, and managing customer accounts for the company.

Prior to joining Measat, Desai was head of products for satellite communications, media & managed services for a global telecommunications company based in India. 

He holds a Bachelor Degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering from Pune University and also completed an Executive Programme in International Business Management from Indian Institute of Management.

Desai has more than 14 years of experience covering international projects, network operations, products, and sales in satellite and media.