Arabsat is teaming up with First Gulf Company (FGC) to deliver VSAT and satellite data services in Saudi Arabia. This agreement leverages Arabsat’s Geostationary Orbit (GEO) Ku-band infrastructure and FGC’s operational capabilities to provide high-capacity, fully managed data and IP-based services. The service will target telcos, MNOs, and ISPs. The two companies announced the deal, July 13.
The companies said the service will start at 140 Mbps and is expected to grow by more than 70% throughout the terms of the contract. The service is designed to scale with market demand and evolving customer needs and to adopt emerging technologies such as IoT, cloud computing, and AI-driven applications. The two companies aim to lay the foundation for the digital backbone of the industry, supporting resilient, future-ready infrastructure.
“This partnership with Arabsat marks a strategic expansion — extending our capabilities to help increase digital connectivity across the Kingdom. Together, we’re not just providing a service; we’re empowering nationwide access to resilient, high-capacity infrastructure that supports Saudi Arabia’s digital future,” Joe Chbat, executive vice president, First Gulf Company, said in a statement.
