Es'hailSat showcases advanced capabilities at CABSAT 2025 in Dubai
The leading regional platform brings together stakeholders from the broadcast, content delivery, digital media, and satellite sectors across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
At the event, Es'hailSat is showcasing its Playout and Media Services, as well as its Tier-4 certified 50,000 sqm Teleport facility in Doha, which features to two co-located high-powered satellites - Es'hail-1 and Es'hail-2 - positioned at the key video hotspot of 25.5 / 26 East.
Commenting on the company's participation, President and CEO of Es'hailSat, Ali Al Kuwari, said: "CABSAT is an important event in our calendar where we have the opportunity to meet with our customers and engage with potential customers and technology suppliers."
"Es'hailSat is delighted to showcase our Tier-4 Certified Teleport facility that hosts VSAT hubs as well as Playout and Media Services and supports our two high-powered satellites, bringing further value to our premier broadcasting and telecommunication customers, governments and enterprises alike," he added.
Es'hailSat provides satellite, broadcast, teleport and managed services from its base Doha, Qatar. With over 15 years of experience, the company serves broadcasters, telecommunications providers, enterprises, mobility applications and government clients across the Middle East and North Africa.
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