Abu Dhabi - Mubasher: Yahsat Government Solutions (YGS), the dedicated government arm of Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with G42 to collaborate on remote sensing and AI-enable geospatial analytics.
The collaboration will benefit from the G42 group companies' capabilities, such as Bayanat, G42 Smart Nation, and the G42 Space Programme, to provide value-added managed services and solutions, powered by the UAE’s satellite capabilities, according to a press release on Wednesday.
This step aims to improve the acquisition, processing, and dissemination of geospatial data to support the needs of local and international customers.
Remote sensing technology is used to detect and monitor natural phenomenon and human activities from a distance using various types of sensor modalities, including optical, radar, and radio frequency.
The Group CEO of Yahsat, Ali Al Hashemi, said: "Access to timely data, along with advanced interpretation capabilities, is critical to the country’s security, environmental, and economic strategy. Yahsat’s extensive experience in satellite communications and advanced space technology solutions make it the ideal partner to drive this key agenda."
Meanwhile, the Group CEO of G42, Peng Xiao, remarked: "At G42 we always look to partner with global leaders to explore ways in which technology can produce positive progress across markets and societies and we look forward to a fruitful collaboration with Yahsat in years to come."
