Thuraya Telecommunications Company has won Satellite PRO’s MSS Operator of the Year Award at the seventh edition of the ASBU BroadcastPro Selevision Awards in Dubai.

Ahmed Al Shamsi, Thuraya’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, was present at the gala ceremony and received the award on behalf of the company. The Awards cover a broad range of categories to reward excellence in various fields across broadcasting. Winners are selected by a panel of judges comprising broadcast experts from around the MENA region.

Ahmed Al Shamsi said, "We are delighted to have won this prestigious award for our contribution to implementing the most successful and distinguished project of the year. It especially means a lot to have secured achievements through the current difficulties and challenges facing the industry. Our approach is to continue to innovate in everything we do, and ultimately is aimed at serving the community. We will always be ready to respond to changing demands by offering something which is unique, interoperable, easy-to-use, affordable and that meets the needs of the sectors and individuals we serve. Our portfolio additions over the past year are perfect examples of how well we respond to market needs."