Sama X, an authorised global reseller of SpaceX’s Starlink service, is set to launch operations in Bahrain following the receipt of its licence from the Kingdom’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. The move will enable Sama X to deliver Starlink’s satellite-based connectivity services to users across Bahrain.
The launch forms part of Sama X’s wider regional expansion strategy, driven by its goal to simplify access to digital connectivity through next-generation satellite solutions. Targeting professionals, enterprises and public sector organisations, the company aims to enhance high-speed internet access across Bahrain, including remote land areas and national waters. Using Starlink’s low-Earth-orbit satellite constellation, Sama X will offer reliable primary and backup connectivity options designed to support a range of operational needs.
Amit Somani, CEO of Sama X, said: “Bahrain stands as a beacon of technological progress and innovation within the region, and we are honored to play a role in advancing this legacy. Starlink’s revolutionary LEO technology enables unparalleled connectivity for businesses and communities alike – regardless of location. Whether a startup in Juffair, a school in Riffa, or an oil-rig off the coast, every corner of Bahrain can now benefit from high-speed Internet access tailored to its needs.”
SpaceX’s Starlink system is the most advanced satellite internet constellation. Since 2020, SpaceX has launched more LEO satellites than all other providers combined, creating an infrastructure capable of fiber-like speeds without the limitations of ground-based networks. As an authorised reseller, Sama X offers an end-to-end solution that includes custom consultations, rapid installation, and 24/7 support in English and Arabic.
Aligned with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, Sama X is committed to helping the Kingdom realize its goals of sustainable development and technological leadership. By enabling smarter connectivity solutions, the company aims to facilitate the transformation of Bahrain’s digital landscape, making reliable internet a cornerstone of national progress.
Somani added: “We are thankful to the TRA for overseeing and implementing Bahrain’s constructive policies and regulatory framework, which form an exceptional foundation for technology players like Sama X to thrive. We are committed to collaborating with local stakeholders to fulfil their broadband needs and deliver additional value via our differentiated multi-lingual local service and support, product flexibility and integrated network solutions.”
Sama X is a company of Alghanim Industries Group, one of the largest privately held companies in the Middle East, Sama X brings to Bahrain the expertise and resources to tackle complex connectivity challenges and translate them into seamless solutions tailored for the region.
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