Yahsat and Airbus complete Preliminary Design Review of next generation satellite, Thuraya 4-NGS
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 09 June 2021: Al Yah
Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), the leading global satellite
operator wholly-owned by Mubadala, and Airbus today announced the realisation
of a key milestone in the construction of the Thuraya 4-NGS next generation
mobile telecommunications system, the successful completion of its Preliminary
Design Review (PDR).
Thuraya 4-NGS is part of a
transformational programme delivering a comprehensive, new L-band ecosystem
with the upgrade of Thuraya’s space and ground, and user (products and
solutions) segments. Complemented by a 5G-ready core network, Yahsat’s newest
satellite system will ensure increased coverage and capacity, while delivering
next generation mobility solutions for all customer segments, including
defence, government, enterprise and consumers.
The PDR provided a comprehensive
review, validating Airbus’ design approach for both the physical and functional
requirements of the satellite system. It also marked an important step towards
the on-schedule completion of the Thuraya 4-NGS satellite and confirms its
effectiveness for in-orbit operation. In
addition to the PDR being a major milestone in the programme’s development, the
achievement also demonstrates Yahsat’s commitment towards transforming Thuraya
and building its next-generation system.
François Gaullier, Head of
Telecommunications Systems at Airbus said: “This important milestone confirms
the soundness of the technical design and capabilities of the Thuraya 4-NGS
satellite and the huge commitment and professionalism of the Yahsat and Airbus
teams. It paves the way to achieve the next milestones of this innovative
programme, which benefits from Airbus’ extensive know how in mobile
communications, as well as our latest digital processed payload technology
giving increased flexibility and adap.
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