Thuraya showcases World's most Portable Voice and Data Solutions at Satellite 2012

Abu Dhabi, March 11, 2012 (WAM) - In applications from field journalism to Government end users, and from humanitarian relief to disaster assistance, the need for small, light, highly portable satellite broadband terminals has never been greater and Thuraya is highlighting its sleek, convenient Thuraya IP at Satellite 2012, next Monday at Washington, DC. A world leader maintaining 60% market share of the satellite handheld market in its coverage area, Thuraya has also been first worldwide in providing the smallest satellite voice handheld, the first dual mode satellite and GSM handheld, and the most rugged satellite handheld. At just half the size of a laptop, the Thuraya IP is also the smallest, most portable and most powerful satellite data terminal, delivering an ideal 384 kbps streaming and 444 kbps standard IP. Leading companies in major sectors have been adopting the Thuraya IP for its convenient size and speed. "We have been the leaders in satellite voice services for many years and now it is time to leverage this market strength to move forward and firmly in satellite broadband, the fastest growing market segment," said Thuraya's CEO Samer Halawi. At the exhibition Thuraya is also presenting the XT-DUAL, the latest-generation dual mode handheld, which switches seamlessly between ground networks and Thuraya's satellite system wherever and whenever needed. Also on show at Satellite 2012 are Thuraya's MarineComms solutions perfect for everything from freighters to luxury yachts and Thuraya NettedComms for emergency communications, bringing connectivity to places and at times when nothing else works. - Emirates News Agency, WAM