Cobham Satcom and Space42 Redefine L-band Performance with new Portfolio of Thuraya-4 Terminals

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, and Cobham Satcom, a global leader in satellite communications for defense, government, and commercial sectors, today announced the completion of the full range of advanced terminals for the Thuraya-4 Next Generation Satellite (T4-NGS).

With the complete range of systems designed for government and national security as well as commercial applications, Space42's secure, enhanced, and reliable connectivity is now readily accessible to Thuraya-4 users whether stationary or mobile.

"Our new L-band terminals deliver the secure, resilient connectivity users need to operate effectively whether on the battlefield, in disaster zones or on the rough seas," said Christophe Duret, CEO, Cobham Satcom. "With Thuraya-4 entering service, we're enabling mission success for those who depend on reliable communications, whether in defense, humanitarian, commercial, or critical infrastructure applications."

"Rooted in our strategy to be a leader in Non-Terrestrial Networks, we are scaling Thuraya-4 services through an ecosystem of trusted technology partners with proven field expertise," said Sulaiman Al Ali, CCO, Space42. "Cobham Satcom's leadership in secure mobile satellite systems, enables customer access to the high-speed broadband and operational resilience that Thuraya-4 provides, and we look forward to advancing our capabilities and maximizing existing coverage through the collaboration."

The comprehensive Cobham Satcom terminal portfolio ensures Thuraya-4 service users from national security and emergency agencies, to maritime operators, can rely on broadband-grade L-band connectivity exceeding 1 Mbps, even in contested or remote environments.

This milestone follows the start of commercial service on Space42's next-generation mobile communications satellite Thuraya-4, in November 2025. Amongst the largest and most advanced geostationary satellites in orbit, it delivers resilient coverage across more than 100 countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

Cobham Satcom's Thuraya-4 terminal range meets the distinct demands of government, defense, maritime, and commercial users. All terminals are made available in two distinct variants; certified for military operation (MIL-810H, MIL-461) and high-end commercial grade terminals (IP-68).

The IP NEO terminals are Comms-on-the-Pause terminals that fit into a backpack; the IP NEO M for military use delivers secure, high-throughput connectivity for mission-critical operations, whereas the rugged IP NEO C for commercial use is ideal for enterprise, humanitarian and civil missions.

The rest of the terminals are Comms-on-the-Move solutions and come with unique product names. The Orion NEO terminal is a maritime terminal and supports offshore operations, aiding naval, coast guard, and commercial vessels in remote or high-threat areas. The Voyager NEO is a commercial vehicular terminal that keep vehicles and teams connected while in transit. Finally, the Commander is the military vehicular terminal with military graded certification for dust, rain and extreme conditions to ensure soldiers on the move are always connected and updated with the latest information.

The Thuraya-4 network sets a new standard in L-band communications with advanced beam management, and enhanced resilience in harsh conditions all built on 3GPP LTE standards. Users benefit from reliable service during interference or infrastructure failure, while support for video, real-time data, and IoT boosts field capabilities. With default end-to-end AES-256 encryption ensuring secure communications and expanded coverage into sub-Saharan Africa, coastal Europe, and the Middle East, Thuraya-4 connects operations far beyond terrestrial network capacity.

As exclusive terminal and ground infrastructure partner for Space42's Thuraya-4, Cobham Satcom continues to advance the frontier of dependable mobile connectivity. Its integrated approach, combining ruggedized terminals, secure infrastructure, and decades of field-proven experience, cements its position as the most trusted provider of L-band satellite communications for government, defense, humanitarian, and commercial missions worldwide.