Thuraya Expands its Range of Innovative Data Products with the Launch of the Thuraya IP+

Satellite Company introduces new mobile satellite broadband terminal featuring compact design and enhanced streaming speeds that deliver reliable broadband services even in the most remote regions

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a leading Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) operator, today announced the launch of Thuraya IP+, the latest addition to its expanding portfolio of mobile satellite broadband terminals.

“Thuraya's expanding range of satellite broadband products are engineered to set a new standard for convenience and portability. With the launch of Thuraya IP+, we have demonstrated our continued commitment to developing innovative broadband data products and robust mobile communication solutions to meet the demands of our diverse market segments.”

Thuraya IP+ is the fastest and lightest mobile satellite broadband terminal. Without compromising on portability, it is also designed to achieve the fastest IP speeds, ensuring quick and reliable access to broadband data services over Thuraya’s extensive satellite network. Enhanced capabilities facilitate a wide range of applications including live high quality video broadcasting, web browsing, email, social media communications, data transfer and VoIP applications, as well as access to corporate networks from remote locations.

Thuraya’s Vice President of Marketing, T. Sanford Jewett, said: “Thuraya's expanding range of satellite broadband products are engineered to set a new standard for convenience and portability. With the launch of Thuraya IP+, we have demonstrated our continued commitment to developing innovative broadband data products and robust mobile communication solutions to meet the demands of our diverse market segments.”

Weighing just 1.4 kilograms, Thuraya IP+ can be rapidly deployed to support high-bandwidth applications, at speeds of up to 444kbps on standard IP and 384kbps on streaming IP with a built-in antenna. Thuraya IP+ can be configured to provide asymmetric streaming capabilities, enabling users to control their upload and download speeds based on usage requirements, to optimize bandwidth cost. Thuraya IP+ is ideal for various mission-critical operations such as broadcast media, defense, telemedicine and disaster response.

About Thuraya Telecommunications Company

Thuraya Telecommunications Company is an industry leading MSS operator and a global telecommunication provider offering innovative communications solutions to a variety of sectors including energy, broadcast media, maritime, military and NGO.

Thuraya’s superior network enables clear communications and uninterrupted coverage across two thirds of the globe by satellite and across the whole planet through its unique GSM roaming capabilities. The company’s diverse range of technologically superior and highly reliable mobile satellite handsets and broadband devices provide ease of use, value, quality and efficiency. For more information visit www.thuraya.com

*Source: ME NewsWire