• MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards celebrate the industry’s most outstanding and proven mobility technologies 

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, Yahsat (ADX trading symbol: YAHSAT, ISIN: AEA007501017), has won the Land Mobile Innovation accolade at the 2023 Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA) Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards, for the Push-To-Talk (PTT) solution developed by its mobility arm, Thuraya.

Thuraya PTT impressed judges with its capability to manage multi-channel, person-to-person communications in challenging scenarios involving the military, emergency services, utilities, NGOs and more. The solution enables seamless and cost-effective communications with extended beyond line-of-sight, improved privacy, productivity and interoperability. Thanks to Thuraya PTT, users are able to conduct their daily tasks in a safe, secure and efficient manner at the push of a button.

Accepting the award, Yahsat’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Ali Al Hashemi said: “We are delighted that Yahsat has been recognized by the MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards in the Land Mobile Innovation category. At Yahsat we pride ourselves in developing advanced and innovative technology that pushes the boundaries of satellite communications and empowers users to do more. Thuraya PTT is a great example of how we are providing the
end-user with the tools required to operate effectively in the most difficult circumstances where clear and reliable communications make the difference in challenging and life-saving situations.”

Thuraya PTT has already been successfully deployed across the Middle East. It can be implemented for critical user segments, including maritime, oil and gas, mining, military, transportation, first responders and many more. The solution is used in the energy sector to extend the range of radio operations for effective mobile workforce management. It can seamlessly and intelligently switch between satellite, cellular and LAN to prevent any loss of connection. Devoid of hidden terrestrial infrastructure costs, Thuraya’s PTT system is compatible with a wide range of land mobile radio brands, while also supporting voice encryption.

This award builds on the recent success of Thuraya’s leading maritime voice and tracking solution,  the Thuraya MarineStar terminal and the SatTrack service, which won the MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Award for ESG Innovation Impact in 2022 and which will be showcased at Sea Asia in Singapore from April 25-27 at stand ‘B2-L21’.

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About Yahsat

Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat) is a public company listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, offering multi-mission satellite services in more than 150 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South America, Asia and Australasia.

Yahsat’s fleet of 5 satellites reaches more than 80% of the world’s population, enabling critical communications including broadband, broadcasting, backhauling and mobility solutions. Based out of Abu Dhabi in the UAE, Yahsat provides C, Ku, Ka and L-band satellite communications solutions for land, maritime and aero platforms to consumers, governments and enterprises. Its businesses consist of Yahsat Government Solutions, Thuraya, YahClick (powered by Hughes) and YahLink. Yahsat also participates in Hughes do Brasil, an equity partnership with Hughes, and Yahlive, an equity partnership with SES. In 2020, Yahsat commenced construction of Thuraya 4-NGS, the next generation telecommunications system for Thuraya, which is due to be in service during 2025.

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About Thuraya

Established in 1997, Thuraya offers innovative communications solutions to a variety of sectors including maritime, energy, government, broadcast media, military, aerospace and humanitarian NGO. Thuraya’s superior network enables clear communications and uninterrupted coverage across two-thirds of the globe by MSS, global VSAT coverage and around the world through its unique GSM roaming capabilities. The company’s diverse range of technologically advanced and dependable mobile satellite handsets and broadband devices provide ease of use, value, quality and efficiency. Through relevant partnerships, Thuraya stays ahead by delivering solutions and supporting applications that meet the rapidly transforming nature of market demands. Thuraya remains committed to keeping everyone within reach in any circumstance by making accessible the essential tools required for vital connectivity.

For more information, visit www.thuraya.com; Follow us on Twitter: @ThurayaTelecom

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