InfraX, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), and Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE’s first AI-powered SpaceTech company with a global reach, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance Internet of Things (IoT) in the UAE. This landmark agreement aims to leverage both companies’ expertise to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) and Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) technologies.
Signed by Rashid Alahmedi, Chief Operating Officer of InfraX, and Sulaiman Al Ali, CEO of Thuraya Telecommunications Company, the satellite mobility arm of Space42’s Yahsat Space Services, at GITEX 2024. The collaboration will combine InfraX’s cutting-edge infrastructure solutions with Space42’s global satellite connectivity to developing innovative IoT use cases, integrating platform capabilities with Thuraya’s extensive IoT network. Both Space42 and InfraX will deliver advanced, scalable, and reliable IoT solutions for the utilities sector.
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Space42, which aligns perfectly with InfraX’s mission to provide cutting-edge infrastructure solutions and reinforces our dedication to spearheading innovation in the IoT sector. By leveraging Thuraya’s cutting-edge satellite connectivity and our own advanced infrastructure expertise, we are positioned to create groundbreaking solutions that address the diverse and evolving needs of the businesses. Together, we aim to push the boundaries of technology, enhance connectivity, and deliver unparalleled value to our clients and industries globally,” said Rashid Alahmedi, CEO of InfraX.
Ali Al Hashemi, CEO, Yahsat Space Services, Space42 said: “Our agreement with InfraX is an important step in our journey to expand IoT capabilities, augmenting smart cities applications particularly in the utilities sector as well as supporting service accessibility in the remote areas. We will enable people and devices to harness the power of satellite connectivity to enhance their operational efficiency”.
The MoU marks the beginning of a promising partnership that aims to set new standards in the IoT and LPWAN landscape. Both InfraX and Space42 are committed to enhance connectivity by enabling users and IoT devices harness the full capabilities of SpaceTech and further drive technological advancements.
Yahsat Space Services, a business division under Space42 focuses on upstream satellite operations for both fixed and mobility satellite solutions. Space42’s Thuraya offering provides reliable communication solutions for land, sea, and air, including industrial and consumer satellite phones, broadband terminals, and IoT solutions. Ensuring seamless connectivity in remote areas, Thuraya supports real-time data transmission, asset tracking, and critical communication for government and commercial clients.
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