CommunicAsia 2023 was held in Singapore to bring communication service providers, market disruptors, technology vendors and industry analysts to discuss the upcoming developments in 5G and the potential challenges in the future.    

Thuraya showcased two latest Marinestar and Push-To-Talk, the two models known for versatility and affordability. Let's see in detail what these two are.   

What does Marinestar do?  

Marinestar's a maritime voice solution that connects you through circuit-switched voice and SMS services. You can call landline, mobile, and other satellite phones. If you plan a sea or seafaring adventure, you can take Thuraya's Marinestar to contact your family and friends. You can also send messages with this if you follow the procedure in the brochure. It's available in more than eight languages.   

Establishing crew welfare with Marinestar   

Marinestar's more than capable of calling and texting on the sea. It also does these -   

  • Marinestar reports, tracks and monitors the system to help meet regular maintenance.    
  •  Constant voice connectivity that ensures the safety and welfare of the crew on the ship and fishermen    
  •  Verifies that the crew is always within easy reach - even in turbulent sea conditions, via SOS and crew calling functionality  

Thuraya's Push-To-Talk   

Push-To-Talk is devised to help users manage communications seamlessly. It's a private network integrating Thuraya's Satellite Broadband/3G/LTE/LAN backhaul and land mobile radios (LMR). Push-To-Talk can be used with several Thuraya products like   

  • Thuraya IP+  
  • Thuraya IP Voyager  
  • Thuraya IP Commander 
  • Thuraya MCD voyager  
  • Thuraya Orion IP 

Push-To-Talk is used in these sectors where communication is crucial   

  • Government, public safety and police  
  • Relief organisations and NGO activities  
  • Energy, utility and oil & gas  
  • Coastguards & maritime security 
  • Mining 
  • Transportation, logistics and railways 
  • Military and security 

How does Thuraya and Yahsat improve the UAE’s economy? 

Thuraya had an opportunity to have Minister of State Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh and Jamal Al Suwaidi, UAE Ambassador to Singapore, at the event. His Excellency Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh said, “Yahsat and Thuraya provide an ideal example of UAE companies’ success in international markets.” He was also pleased with Thuraya and Yahsat’s role in improving the communication services in underserved communities, providing access to call and data services. He added that Thuraya and Yahsat empower the UAE’S economy through constant innovation.