Panasonic Avionics and
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), which is owned by Abu Dhabi-based
Mubadala Development Company, announced a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly explore better broadband connectivity
solutions across the Middle East over the next three to five years.
“We are delighted to be working with global brand and
market leader, Panasonic, to enable high-speed inflight connectivity, and we
look forward to jointly setting new global benchmarks,” Yahsat CEO Masood Sharif
Mahmood said. “Building on our substantial
broadband satellite experience in our markets in the Middle East and Africa,
and leveraging our experience in delivering advanced airborne solutions for our
customers, this represents another significant milestone for Yahsat, which
prides itself on bringing pioneering solutions to our region, and beyond.”
Mahmood also noted that these technological advancements
will help the company move into better compliance with UAE’s Networked
Readiness Index Vision by 2021.
Paul Margis, president and CEO for
Panasonic Avionics, said he believes the partnership provides a unique opportunity for
the companies to develop state-of-the-art satellite communications around the
Middle East.
“We believe that leveraging our combined vision for
connectivity in the Middle East region will result in a truly unique experience
for passengers in a wide range of vertical markets,” Margis said. “We look
forward to working with Yahsat to deliver a solution that keeps travelers
entertained and productive everywhere they travel.”
