Thuraya Telecommunications Company (Thuraya) has announced its strategic partnership with CYSEC to elevate cybersecurity and encryption protection for its existing data service clientele.
The collaboration aims to revolutionise sectors reliant on secure and reliable data services, shielding them from potential risks of loss or compromise. As part of the agreement, Thuraya will integrate CYSEC’s ARCA SATCOM solution into its current data services package, amplifying its offerings for customers demanding top-tier cyber protection.
Thuraya has already greenlit the solution over its network and highlighted its certification by the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) authority in the USA.
Engineered specifically for satellite data communications, CYSEC’s ARCA SATCOM bolsters performance capabilities by integrating state-of-the-art encryption technologies. This enhancement fortifies Thuraya’s network, facilitating seamless transmission and reception of encrypted data while maintaining connectivity and performance integrity. The solution’s continuous and uninterrupted connectivity is paramount for governments, remote enterprises, heavy industries, utility communications, military operations, and secure IoT deployment. Offering flexible options to cater to diverse use cases, its end-to-end encryption adheres to international standards optimized for satellite networks.
Commenting on the deal, Sulaiman Al Ali, Chief Commercial Officer of Yahsat, said: “We are delighted to announce CYSEC as our latest satellite communications security partner, reflecting our determination to push innovation and value to the next level. By adding CYSEC’s powerful ARCA SATCOM technology to our existing suite of data services, customers will have the peace of mind to know that their data is safe, secure, and based on the highest industry standards. We have chosen to work with CYSEC because its solution is specifically designed for satellite-based communications, ensuring it will work seamlessly across our networks.”
Patrick Trinkler, Chief Executive Officer of CYSEC, added: “Our new partnership with Thuraya demonstrates the enhanced performance and cybersecurity capabilities of ARCA SATCOM. Once deployed, customers can use the system safely knowing that their data is protected to the strictest standards. ARCA SATCOM is the first solution designed for satellite communications security, which means it can be seamlessly added to a network and begin operating without any service disruption.”
