Viasat, Inc., a global communications company, announced ELEVATE partners MinFarm Tech Ltd and Global Beam Telecom LLC are opening a new facility in Business Bay, Dubai, UAE for IoT-over-satellite innovation.

The new facility, scheduled to open in November, is the first of its kind in the region and aims to remove the challenges of selecting the right business-enhancing satellite-enabled IoT solutions by making the technology more accessible – providing choice and consultation throughout the procurement process.

By combining Viasat’s global satellite connectivity with MinFarm and Global Beam Telecom’s technological expertise, the offering will allow customers to access bespoke solutions – including hardware and connectivity packages – designed for their specific requirements and use cases.

The hub aims to remove the challenges of selecting the right business-enhancing satellite-enabled IoT solutions: making the technology more accessible by providing choice and consultation throughout the procurement process.

The offering will benefit customers in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region from a range of industries including oil and gas, utilities and water management companies, and provide a space for customers and IoT-industry experts to work together to deploy IoT-over-satellite solutions.

Through ELEVATE, Viasat attracts world-leading solutions and distribution partners and provides a network for business collaboration that facilitates innovation and growth. By joining the program, MinFarm and Global Beam Telecom could utilise Viasat’s global satellite network and exchange expertise ahead of launching the new hub.

“We identified MinFarm Tech and Global Beam Telecom as two strong partners with complimentary offerings and keenly supported the collaboration in Dubai,” said Andy Kessler, vice president, Enterprise and Land Mobile at Viasat. “We’re looking forward to seeing the hub facilitate a surge in IoT adoption across MENA-based customers that require the clear oversight of their operations and efficiencies in the field.”