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PARIS – Eutelsat Group (Euronext Paris: ETL) (LSE:ETL), a prominent satellite communications provider, has announced the extension of its partnership with Universal Satcom, a Dubai-based satellite communication system integrator. This multi-year agreement will see Universal Satcom expand its use of Eutelsat’s Geostationary ADVANCE maritime packaged solutions in the Ku-band, enhancing its services in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and globally.
The collaboration between Eutelsat and Universal Satcom aims to support maritime connectivity needs, particularly for ships servicing large barges and oil rigs in the MENA region. Reema El Omari, CEO of Universal Satcom, expressed satisfaction with the extended partnership, citing the high level of service Eutelsat’s solutions have enabled them to provide to their clients.
Cyril Dujardin, Co-President of Eutelsat Group’s Connectivity Business Unit, emphasized the importance of uninterrupted maritime connectivity for the oil and gas industry, which relies on vessels to transport resources worldwide. He acknowledged the trust Universal Satcom has placed in Eutelsat’s service quality.
Eutelsat ADVANCE is designed to provide reliable high-speed communications necessary for managing critical data and telemetry connectivity over extensive coverage areas. ADVANCE Maritime specifically caters to the connectivity requirements of mobile users in remote areas, offering packaged and wholesale solutions for service providers targeting various maritime markets.
The Eutelsat Group, headquartered in Paris, was formed through the merger of Eutelsat and OneWeb in 2023, creating the first fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator. The company employs over 1,700 individuals from more than 50 countries and is committed to delivering sustainable connectivity solutions that contribute to bridging the digital divide.
This extended partnership underscores the ongoing efforts by satellite communication providers to enhance maritime connectivity services, ensuring critical sectors such as oil and gas maintain operational efficiency through reliable data transmission.
This news is based on a press release statement from Eutelsat Group.
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