Al Jazeera Media Network and Es’hailSat sign MoU to further develop broadcasting solutions
Doha, Qatar, December 1, 2025 – Al Jazeera Media Network and Es’hailSat have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in satellite communication services, ground station infrastructure, and crisis and disaster management systems, to ensure the continuity of services and the enhancement of operations.
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Mr Ibrahim Abdulla Al-Obaidli, Deputy Director General of Al Jazeera Media Network, said, “This memorandum represents an important stage in the Network’s ongoing efforts to remain up to date with new innovations and emerging technologies in the sector. It is an additional step towards expanding Al Jazeera’s broadcast reach and reinforcing its global presence.”
Mr Al-Obaidli added that the memorandum will contribute to further strengthening the existing cooperation between Al Jazeera Media Network and Es’hailSat in the field of satellite and terrestrial communications, ensuring continuity and reliability of services. He affirmed that Es’hailSat is a key partner of the Network.
Commenting on the MoU, Mr Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, President and Chief Executive Officer of Es’hailSat, said, “We are pleased to further strengthen our partnership with Al Jazeera, bringing together the technical expertise of Es’hailSat with the pioneering role of Al Jazeera Media Network in operating and managing television and satellite channels. We fully understand Al Jazeera’s need for strategic infrastructure in ground stations, crisis management solutions, and business continuity systems. Our aim is to collaborate and support this initiative, not only to improve operational management, but also to enhance efficiency and resilience.”
The agreement reflects the desire of both parties to collaborate, exchange expertise, and assess future projects, exploring and opening new horizons in television and radio broadcasting, news gathering, and other supporting services.
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, our coverage extends across the Middle East and North Africa, delivering critical communication solutions to broadcasters, telecommunications providers, enterprises, and government entities. Our satellites, Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2, are co-located at the 25.5°/26°E orbital position, recognized 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.
About Al Jazeera Media Network
Launched in 1996, Al Jazeera was the first independent news channel in the Arab world dedicated to providing comprehensive news and live debate. It challenged established narratives and gave a global audience an alternative voice—one that put the human being back at the centre of the news agenda—quickly making it one of the world’s most influential news networks. Since then, it’s added new channels and services while maintaining the independent and pioneering spirit that defined its character. Each subsidiary follows the same principles— values that inspire it to be challenging and bold, and provide a ‘voice for the voiceless’ in some of the most underreported places on the planet. From its headquarters in the Middle East, to the broadcast centres and over 70 bureaus around the world, Al Jazeera strives to deliver content that captivates, informs, inspires and engages.
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