Israel's latest satellite will carry the 60th anniversary logo of the Jewish State when it is launched into orbit in March, according to Kadima Minister Ruchama Avraham-Balila, chairperson of the anniversary celebrations.

The satellite, to be launched from a site in Kazakhstan, is produced by the Israel Aerospace Industries.

Originally named the Amos-3, The Amos-60 is the next generation of communication satellite, designed to replace its predecessor, Amos-1. Its operations are expected to cover the Middle East, Europe and the East Coast of the United States.