When disaster strikes, rapid response can mean the difference between life and death, so communication links are essential for relief workers. First responders must assess the scale of a disaster, to organize evacuations, ongoing coordination and the setup of relief operations such as hospitals or vaccination clinics. Thuraya’s voice, data and integrated satellite communications provide ongoing critical connectivity for aid workers and the communities they serve.

With Thuraya’s ruggedized satellite phones and data terminals providing high-speed mobile broadband connections in seconds, you can gain access to vital information quickly: data on weather and mapping services, for instance; even integrating with relief organizations, emergency services and government/military outfits using different communications platforms. For ongoing relief missions, solar-powered voice, fax, Internet and SMS services can also be set up to help affected communities stay connected with the outside world.