Abu Dhabi, UAE October 14, 2025: Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with a global reach, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with e& UAE, flagship telecom arm of global technology group e&, at GITEX Global 2025 to explore collaboration in Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity. The partnership leverages Equatys, a D2D venture between Space42 and Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) designed to enable seamless 5.5G connectivity across satellite and terrestrial networks. This collaboration supports both companies' ambitions to expand D2D connectivity beyond traditional infrastructure and enhances the UAE's leadership in advanced digital and space-enabled communications.
Announced in September 2025, Equatys aims to bridge connectivity gaps through a 3GPP Release 17+ Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) framework. Supporting more than 100 MHz of harmonized global Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) spectrum, it will enable standard smartphones and IoT devices to connect directly to satellites, extending seamless 5.5G access across more than 180 markets worldwide.
Scope of Collaboration
Under the MoU, e& and Space42 will pursue collaboration across technical, commercial, regulatory, and strategic domains:
Technical Integration: Alignment of network infrastructure to ensure seamless handover between terrestrial and satellite systems, set service benchmarks for latency, bandwidth, and reliability, and jointly develop new 5G NTN capabilities.
Regulatory and Security Cooperation: Both parties will coordinate licensing, spectrum allocation, and data privacy to meet regional and international standards.
Research and Development: Joint innovation labs and pilot programs will test new technologies, conduct field trials, and assess interoperability with existing 4G and 5.5G networks.
Strategic Initiatives and Future Growth: Joint product road map and infrastructure investment programs within e&'s expansive footprint, as Equatys scales globally.
Equatys will enable e& UAE to offer enhanced user experiences within a unique value proposition, supporting its leading market position as a technology provider.
Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, CEO, e& UAE, said: Direct-to-device over 5G NTN is a natural extension of our network strategy. By exploring Equatys with Space42 and Viasat, we're validating seamless handover between terrestrial 5G and satellites on standard smartphones and IoT devices. Our focus is clear: consistent user experience, robust security and power efficiency, and performance that meets real-world needs across deserts, mountains and offshore environments. This work complements our 3GPP-based roadmap for network evolution, and positions e& UAE to bring hybrid connectivity to customers at scale.
Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Space Services at Space42, said: Equatys represents the future of global connectivity, where space and terrestrial networks operate as one. By partnering with e& as the first Mobile Network Operator to join Equatys, we take a major step toward realizing the vision of universal connectivity, where users and devices are covered anywhere on Earth. This collaboration strengthens Space42's role as a global leader in non-terrestrial networks and reinforces the UAE's position as a hub for next-generation, sustainable connectivity.
A New Model for Universal Connectivity
Operating as a shared space tower company, Equatys applies a multi-tenant TowerCo model that reduces redundant capital expenditure while delivering cost-efficient capacity to multiple operators. Its architecture will serve three market segments through a scalable, infrastructure-grade network: D2D, IoT, and MSS.
By exploring avenues to combine this scalable infrastructure with e&'s global reach and customer base, Equatys will progress from concept to future commercialization, turning universal connectivity into shared growth opportunity.
The partnership will create a unified service and technology roadmap between Space42 and e& , paving the way for e& to become the lead Mobile Network Operator for Equatys' D2D services. Together, the companies aim to deliver a new generation of hybrid connectivity that supports digital economies, enterprise innovation, and inclusive growth.
About Space42
Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Formed in 2024 by the successful merger of Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42's global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities. Space42 comprises two business units: Space Services and Smart Solutions. Space Services focuses on upstream satellite operations for both fixed and mobility satellite services. Smart Solutions integrates geospatial data acquisition and processing with AI to inform decision-making, enhance situational awareness, and improve operational efficiency. Major shareholders include G42, Mubadala, and IHC.
For more information, visit: www.space42.ai; follow us on X: @space42ai
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Abu Dhabi, UAE October 14, 2025: Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with a global reach, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with e& UAE, flagship telecom arm of global technology group e&, at GITEX Global 2025 to explore collaboration in Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity. The partnership leverages Equatys, a D2D venture between Space42 and Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) designed to enable seamless 5.5G connectivity across satellite and terrestrial networks. This collaboration supports both companies' ambitions to expand D2D connectivity beyond traditional infrastructure and enhances the UAE's leadership in advanced digital and space-enabled communications.
