Milestones & news

Network · Cape Canaveral, USA

Thuraya 4-NGS, the next-generation Thuraya satellite, is launched

Thuraya’s next-generation satellite went into orbit in January 2025, adding capacity and new services across Thuraya’s coverage area.

Network · Abu Dhabi, UAE

Thuraya-3 satellite successfully launched to orbit

The third Thuraya geo-mobile satellite was launched by Sea Launch, extending coverage to the Asia-Pacific region.

Network · Dubai, UAE

Thuraya launches ThurayaDSL high-speed satellite data

ThurayaDSL brought plug-and-play satellite internet at up to 144 kbps to areas without terrestrial infrastructure.

Community · Lahore

Thuraya Pakistan Derby 2004 at Lahore Race Club

Thuraya sponsored the Pakistan Derby 2004, won by jockey Shahid Rehman on “Naseeb”.

Event · Karachi

Thuraya at ITCN Asia 2003, Expo Centre Karachi

Thuraya briefed the Governor of Sindh on its products at the ITCN Asia 2003 exhibition.

Company · Lahore

Thuraya marks its first year of commercial service in Pakistan

One year after launching commercial service in January 2002, Thuraya centres were operating in major cities across Pakistan.

Community · Karakoram

Spanish K2 expedition stays connected with Thuraya

Spanish mountaineers climbing K2 kept in touch with the world through Thuraya satellite phones.