Es’hailSat and Qatar Armed Forces sign MoU
January 21, 2026
Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, recognising the role of Qatar Armed Forces (QAF) in protecting national security, supporting defence capabilities, and ensuring operational readiness under all circumstances have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to provide QAF with satellite communication services, ground infrastructure, and secure, flexible network solutions to support sovereign and operational requirements for government and military entities; and believing in the importance of satellite communications as a key element in supporting command and control, field connectivity, and operational continuity, especially in challenging environments and emergencies.
Both parties are looking to strengthen frameworks for joint cooperation and exchange of technical and technological expertise to serve the national and strategic interests of both QAF and Es’hailSat and build upon their shared interest in cooperation in this field
Es’hailSat provides satellite, broadcast, teleport and managed services from Doha, Qatar and brings to this relationship more than 15 years of being in the business of catering to broadcasters, telecommunication companies, enterprises, mobility applications and governments across the Middle East and North Africa. Es’hailSat’s two satellites at 25.5/26 East together with our 50,000 sqm Tier-4 certified teleport facility provides reliable and robust connectivity services.
Qatar Armed Forces continue to play a vital role in protecting national security, supporting defence capabilities, and ensuring a high level of operational readiness under all circumstances. Through the Qatar Amiri Signal Corps, the Armed Forces oversee and maintain secure, sovereign, and resilient communications systems that underpin command, control, and mission continuity across the defence sector. Their work includes advancing field operations support, delivering technical and operational expertise, and enabling sustainable communications in both routine and emergency environments. The Qatar Armed Forces also prioritise crisis management communications, ensuring continuity of operations during exceptional or urgent situations.
“Es’hailSat is delighted to enter into this enhanced partnership with Qatar Armed Forces that brings the experience and industry knowledge of Es’hailSat to complement the unique sovereign role of Qatar Armed Forces in protecting national security, supporting defence capabilities and ensuring operational readiness under all circumstances” said Ali Ahmed Al-Kuwari, President and CEO, Es’hailSat. “Es’hailSat acknowledges the needs of Qatar Armed Forces for sovereign ground station infrastructure, field operations support, and ensuring readiness during emergencies to maintain continuity, which will also lead to future development and capacity building.”
This agreement underscores the significant role of Es’hailSat in remaining committed to QAF’s future development and capacity building, investing in modern technologies and strengthening national capabilities in secure communications to enhance Qatar’s long-term resilience.
About Es’hailSat
Es’hailSat – The Qatar Satellite Company, incorporated in 2010, provides satellite, broadcast, teleport, and managed services. Es’hailSat is a private joint stock company wholly owned by the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA). Strategically located in Doha, Qatar, coverage extends across the Middle East and North Africa, delivering critical communication solutions to broadcasters, telecommunications providers, enterprises, and government entities. Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2, are co-located at the 25.5°/26°E orbital position, recognised as the prime TV broadcasting hotspot for the MENA region. Complementing this orbital infrastructure is our 50,000 sqm Tier-4 certified teleport facility, enabling the delivery of reliable, secure, and high-performance connectivity services.
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