For those who are in the maritime sector, you would have heard of Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a leading mobile satellite services operator in the world. They are partnering with Xtra-Link to co-sponsor 25th Silver Anniversary yacht race from Dubai to Muscat in November 2016.<\/p>\n
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Leading Mobile Satellite Services operator, Thuraya Telecommunications Company and its long-standing service partner, Xtra-Link, will join forces to co-sponsor the 25th<\/sup> Silver Anniversary Yacht Race from Dubai to Muscat in November.<\/p>\n Confirmation of the dates of the race were announced at a press conference held by the United Arab Emirates Sailing & Rowing Federation in association with Oman\u2019s Ministry of Sports Affairs, at the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club. The race is officially recognized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC).<\/p>\n The prestigious event, which is increasingly becoming a firm favorite with sailors from across the globe, will be adjudicated by independent judges from RORC.<\/p>\n As part of the anniversary celebrations, children in schools across Dubai will be engaged in a maritime adventure of their own. Special lessons and demonstrations are being created on how to navigate a boat and a chart, the use of satellite technology, and the importance of safety equipment onboard yachts. Thuraya will share its expertise on these and other topics with children across Dubai.<\/p>\n Keith Murray, Thuraya Product Manager, Maritime, said: \u201cWe are proud to co-sponsor a race that has been running for 25 years and which does Dubai proud. This is a great chance to show children technology in action, linking theory and curriculum with real life here in the UAE. From a corporate responsibility perspective, too, it is good to be able to contribute towards imaginative educational platforms.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n As well as helping to create and lead elements of the education project, Thuraya and Xtra-Link voice and data equipment and 30 XT-PRO phones will be used as tracking units for crews taking part in the race.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Hans Kuijt, CEO, Xtra-Link, said: \u201cThis will be the eleventh year that I have sailed in the Dubai to Muscat yacht race. It is great to see my friends in the sailing world using Thuraya equipment to stay connected during such a challenging and exciting race.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Tracking units are essential kit, allowing those back on land to track boats in real time, improving crew safety and permitting spectators to follow the race remotely.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Five Thuraya Maritime Atlas IP terminals will be supplied to allow broadband connection to be established by the vessels. Weather reports can be downloaded and sailors will also be able to upload posts onto social media, ensuring a more interactive race for sailors, spectators and schools.<\/p>\n