https://spacewatch.global/tag/yahsat/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:19:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/tag/yahsat/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2024/10/space42-debuts-on-adx-following-merger-of-bayanat-and-yahsat/ Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=61443 Space42 has made its trading debut on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), following the successful merger completion of Bayanat and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company P.J.S.C. (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider. Space42 is consequently the UAE’s new AI-powered SpaceTech company with a global reach.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/07/yahsat-holds-forum-with-zimbabwe-government-ministries/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 06:00:03 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=56168 Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, organised a high-level forum with several Zimbabwean Government Ministries, providing live demonstrations of its newest space technology. Yahsat organized the forum in cooperation with Satcom Technologies, Yahsat’s recently appointed partner in Zimbabwe, to explore new satellite communications opportunities in the African country. The event occurred on 17 July at the Hyatt Regency, Harare, and attracted high-level delegates from the Zimbabwean Government]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/06/yahsat-contracts-airbus-for-al-yah-4-and-al-yah-5-satellites/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:00:49 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=55561 Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider has announced that it has contracted Airbus Defence and Space, a leading satellite manufacturer, for its new geostationary telecommunications satellites, Al Yah 4 ("AY4") and Al Yah 5 ("AY5"). The new satellites will eventually replace Al Yah 1 and Al Yah 2, which launched in 2011 and 2012, respectively, based on a previous version of the Airbus-built Eurostar platform]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/04/yahsat-appoints-amit-somani-as-chief-growth-and-strategy-officer/ Wed, 03 Apr 2024 06:00:29 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=54438 Al Yah Satellite Communications Company has announced the appointment of Amit Somani as Chief Growth and Strategy Officer. Mr. Somani, a veteran of the satellite communications industry, rejoins Yahsat with over 27 years of experience in satellite communications and management consulting. He already has extensive knowledge of Yahsat across various roles during his previous tenure with the company from 2010 to 2022. These included Vice President of Strategy and Business Development and, most recently, Chief Strategy Officer from 2014 to 2022.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/12/space42-formed-from-merger-of-bayanat-and-yahsat/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 07:00:06 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52926 Space42 has been unveiled as the new brand for the enlarged entity following the announcement of the proposed merger of Bayanat and Yahsat earlier this week. The proposed merger will focus on AI-powered space technology in the MENA region. The companies believe that the combined entity will be optimally positioned to capture regional and international opportunities in geospatial and mobility solutions, satellite communications, and business intelligence. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/12/thuraya-launches-new-generation-satellite-and-cellular-phone/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:48 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52813 Thuraya Telecommunications Company, the mobility arm of the UAE’s Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (YAHSAT) announced on the 13th of December that it is releasing a new generation version of its XT-PRO DUAL satellite phone. The phone is a dual-mode, dual-SIM satellite-cellular phone that allows users to move in and out of terrestrial coverage and seamlessly connect with ease, regardless of their location. It has been developed to meet the needs of a growing market and was upgraded to support terrestrial 4G LTE networks for flexible connectivity.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/yahsat-to-show-new-space-tech-for-climate-during-cop28/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 07:00:58 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52514 Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, will present its innovative space technologies at the upcoming COP28 in Dubai. One of the conference's primary aims is to address the challenges of global climate change. Yahsat is already working closely with various UAE Government entities and international organisations, including the United Nations. The company also actively commits to providing advanced, affordable, resilient, and reliable solutions that will address the challenges of global climate change. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/bayanat-yahsat-and-iceye-expand-satellite-fleet/ Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:32 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52345 Bayanat, a provider of AI-powered geospatial solutions, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) announced on the 15th of November the expansion of their Earth Observation (EO) program. The program is expanding from five to seven synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/gsoa-releases-space-sustainability-conduct-code/ Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:00:28 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52300 The Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA) released on the 13th of November its Code of Conduct on Space Sustainability. It is calling on operators to implement responsible practices that mitigate the risk of in-orbit collision, minimise the threat of non-trackable debris, protect humans in space, and limit effects on optical astronomy. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/yahsat-reports-third-quarter-results-for-2023/ Wed, 08 Nov 2023 07:00:26 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52138 Yahsat, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company, a UAE satellite solutions provider announced on the 7th of November its consolidated financial results for the nine months ending on the 30th September 2023. Revenue and Normalised EBITDA grew 3% for the first nine months of the year versus the prior year to reach AED 1.2 billion and AED 713 million, respectively. Their Net Income more than doubled whilst Normalized Net Income was in line versus the prior year period at AED 274 million.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/09/yahsat-receive-authority-to-provide-satellite-capacity/ Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:00:22 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=51300 Yahsat Government Solutions (“YGS”), the Government services arm of the Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC, have announced that the UAE Government granted the company an Authorization to Proceed (“ATP”) to provide satellite capacity and manage services for 17 years. Furthermore, this mandate, valued at AED 18.7 billion (USD 5.1 billion), combines related operations, maintenance and technology management services of ground segment satellite systems and terminals currently provided under a separate contract.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/06/gsoa-elects-telesats-ceo-dan-goldberg-as-new-chair/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 06:00:41 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=49637 The Board of The Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA) has announced the election of Telesat’s CEO, Dan Goldberg, as its new Chair. The body also elected Eva Berneke, CEO of Eutelsat, as co-Vice Chair, alongside Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Yahsat, whom the body appointed earlier this year.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/02/bayanat-and-yahsat-sign-mou-to-develop-an-in-country-space-programme/ Fri, 24 Feb 2023 07:00:06 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=46843 Bayanat, a AI-powered geospatial solutions provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AI Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, to develop an in-country space programme. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/10/yahsat-acquires-minority-stake-in-esat-global/ Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:00:38 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=43950 Yahsat, UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, has acquired a minority stake in eSAT Global Inc, an innovative Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions provider.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/09/abs-appoints-amit-somani-as-new-ceo/ Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:34 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=43306 Global satellite operator ABS, appointed Amit Somani as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who will assume duties on 10th October 2022.   Somani has more than 25 years of experience as an operational and strategic leader in the information and communications technology environment.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/06/space-cafe-webtalk-33-minutes-with-adnan-al-muhairi-why-next-gen-the-thuraya-programme-recap/ Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:00:30 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=41316 Our Space Café WebTalk “33 minutes with Adnan Al Muhairi - Why Next Gen? - The Thuraya Programme” took place on Tuesday, 31st May. Adnan Al Muhairi is the Chief Technology Officer of the Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), and has had a distinguished career in the space industry.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/05/register-today-for-our-space-cafe-33-minutes-with-adnan-al-muhairi-on-31-may-2022/ Thu, 19 May 2022 13:00:45 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=41043&preview=true&preview_id=41043 This Space Café WebTalk will feature Adnan Al Muhairi, Chief Technology Officer at Yahsat, in conversation with Torsten Kriening, publisher of SpaceWatch.Global. Why Next Gen? - The Thuraya Programme. In his role as Chief Technology Officer, Adnan Al Muhairi is committed to designing and developing technological solutions with his team to better serve Yahsat and Thuraya customers.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/11/g42-and-iceye-to-develop-advanced-sar-solutions/ Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:00:46 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=37264 ICEYE announced having signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing advanced SAR products. The collaboration builds on G42’s recent agreement with Yahsat to develop a geospatial data fusion of different sensor modalities. Finnish Synthetic-Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite and analytics provider, ICEYE]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/07/yahsat-to-start-trading-on-14-july-expects-e1-54-bn-market-cap/ Mon, 12 Jul 2021 06:00:25 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=34367&preview=true&preview_id=34367 Yahsat offers 976 million shares for € 0.63 per share, the company said, representing 40% of the company’s share capital; it expects a market capitalization of € 1.54 billion upon listing, the company said. The offering was multiple times oversubscribed, Yahsat said, with “significant demand” from institutional investors, individuals and others in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/06/yahsat-wants-to-list-30-at-the-abu-dhabi-stock-exchange/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 06:00:58 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=33829&preview=true&preview_id=33829 The satellite operator Yahsat, owned by the Abu Dhabi investment fund Mubadala, wants to go public, sell “at least 30%” of its capital and list at the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, the company announced. The offering creates an opportunity for investors to participate in the strategic growth of a leading integrated satellite communication services provider, Yahsat said. ]]>