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Telespazio Vega UK to distribute Thuraya solutions globally

Thuraya, the international mobile satellite services operator has signed a service partner agreement with Telespazio Vega United Kingdom, to distribute Thuraya’s integrated portfolio of satellite communications products
Thuraya CEO Samer Halawi at a reception hosted by the UAE Embassy in Washington D.C in March 2012

To further meet the requirements of global vertical markets, Thuraya, the international mobile satellite services operator has signed a service partner agreement with Telespazio Vega United Kingdom, a subsidiary of Telespazio SpA, a Finmeccanica/Thales company.

Through this partnership, Telespazio Vega will distribute Thuraya’s integrated portfolio of satellite communications products which includes Thuraya IP, reportedly the world’s most compact satellite broadband solution supporting 384 streaming, Thuraya’s handheld phones and maritime solutions.

Telespazio Vega will distribute Thuraya’s integrated portfolio of satellite communications products which includes Thuraya IP, Thuraya’s handheld phones and maritime solutions.

Through its global distribution network, Telespazio Vega will enable consumers from sectors such as government, enterprise, broadcast media, energy and NGOs to enjoy the service offered by Thuraya that provides seamless coverage in more than 140 countries.

“By partnering with Telespazio Vega, a company that has a long history in the mobile satellite services industry, we are ensuring that vertical market consumers are able to access our versatile product range and meet their particular needs. This agreement is part of our consistent efforts to expand our distribution chain in the relevant markets and sectors,” said Thuraya’s vice president of distribution, Muiz Saad.

On a similar note, Mark Green, head of customer operations at Telespazio Vega said, “Thuraya delivers an excellent combination of a robust network and first-class products. We are delighted that we can now offer these to our client base. ”