Thuraya is a regional mobile satellite system that provides communication services over most of Europe, northern and central Africa, the Middle East, central and southeastern Asia, the Indian subcontinent, Japan, and Australia. It uses geosynchronous satellites to provide satellite-based voice and 9.6 kbps data services. Optional GmPRS "always-on" internet services with up to 60 kbps download speeds is also available. Read more...
Outfitter Satellite offers rental Thuraya equipment and support for current and legacy phone models including: the HNS-7100, HNS-7101, SO-2510, and SG-2520. The smallest phone model currently available weighs only 4.6 oz. Some models have GSM cellular capability and modern features such as camera mode. Accessories include docking stations for vehicular and fixed-site use, secure communications equipment, solar chargers, and watertight impact cases.
The white border lined region on the map below indicates the optimal coverage area for Thuraya satellite phones. The blue bordered areas indicated as sub-optimal coverage have fluctuating signal strength and quality of service.
Download High Resolution Coverage Map (in Adobe PDF)
The countries below have Thuraya satellite coverage in all or part of their territories. Please review the map above to verify coverage exists in the specific location within which you will be operating your Thuraya phone.
