Ibadan, 9 April, 2025. – Neo Space Group (NSG), Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial space services provider, has announced an expanded partnership with Thai Airways International (THAI) to equip 80 aircraft with its In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) solution.
This announcement builds on NSG and Thai Airways’ earlier collaboration to deliver a seamless IFC service, offering market-leading connection speed, global gate-to-gate coverage (where permitted), and a personalized passenger experience. As a result, THAI passengers will benefit from unlimited, high-speed internet access throughout their journey, reinforcing Thai Airways’ commitment to digital innovation and service excellence.
In the same vein, NSG has entered a strategic partnership with Uzbekistan Airways to launch in-flight connectivity (IFC) services to the airline’s upcoming A321neo’s. Likewise, this partnership is a significant step in modernizing air travel in Central Asia, enabling passengers to stay connected with high-speed internet throughout their journey. Similarly, it demonstrates Uzbekistan Airways’s goal to become a leader in air transportation in Central Asia.
NSG’s IFC solution leverages the SES Open Orbits™ network, delivering high-speed, low-latency coverage through both GEO and MEO satellites across both airlines’ global routes. The rollout for THAI will subsequently begin with its Boeing 777 fleet, which will be retrofitted starting in Q3 2025. In parallel, the Airbus A321neo fleet currently in production will undergo line fitting with the Airbus HBCplus platform, with deliveries starting from Q4 2025.
Martijn Blanken, CEO of Neo Space Group, stated, “Our selection by Thai Airways International highlights the strength and versatility of NSG’s multi-orbit connectivity solutions. This collaboration marks not only the airline’s resurgence but also its forward-thinking vision, and we are proud to play a role in shaping its future.”
NSG’s IFC solution will deliver internet speeds of up to 200 Mbps, enabling best-in-class complimentary Wi-Fi streaming for premium class passengers and Royal Orchid Plus (ROP) members.
