Global leaders in technology and satellite communications come together to provide essential communication capabilities during September 2023 Moroccan earthquake.
Milexia, together with ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, Holkirk Communications, a communications manufacturer of lightweight satellite uplink design, and Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, partnered to provide UK International Search and Rescue (UKISAR) with vital communications capabilities.
New Holkirk Scorpion-Lite portable communication terminals, powered by the ST Engineering iDirect iQ 200 modem, were rolled out during the first responder search and rescue operation following the devastating earthquake in Morocco on the 8th of September 2023.
The earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.8, struck the northern coast of Morocco, causing widespread destruction to buildings, infrastructure and communication networks. The affected areas included the ancient section of Marrakech and remote settlements in the Atlas Mountains. As a result, the Moroccan government declared a state of emergency, and rescue teams and humanitarian aid were mobilised to support the affected population.
Recognising the urgency of the situation, the UKISAR team led by Russ Gauden UK-ISAR National Coordinator deployed to Morocco on the 10th of September, on behalf of the U.K. Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) equipped with the new state-of-the-art communication technology. The Scorpion-Lite, pre-configured and certified to operate within the Intelsat FlexMove network, provided the UKISAR team with reliable and high-speed broadband connectivity, enabling them to establish seamless communication with their headquarters.
The Intelsat FlexMove network provides enterprise grade connectivity for mission critical applications everywhere. Powered by the ST Engineering iDirect Velocity® platform, FlexMove played a pivotal role in ensuring that the UKISAR team had access to always-on high-speed data, video, and voice communication in any environments they encountered. The vital connectivity provided communications on the move to first responders to coordinate rescue missions, access to critical information and welfare networks for the team’s well-being and provided onsite central operations for medical support.
The combined technology solution provided the UKISAR team with end-to-end connectivity that was easy to set up, offered a user-friendly interface for easy operation and a rugged design with the reliability and resiliency they needed to run their mission-critical operations.
Aghia Pal Singh MBE, Command & Control, UKISAR said:
“The Scorpion-Lite VSAT Terminal was used during the Morocco Earthquake rescue for the first time. Once set up, the terminals were reliable and fast with a data connection that is great value for money. This also allowed us to provide internet connectivity for welfare facilities to the UKISAR team for the first time.”
Dave Nicoll, Group Business Development Manager – Satcom Division at Milexia, commented:
“The success of this partnership showcases ST Engineering iDirect and Milexia’s commitment to providing fast and efficient satellite communication solutions, even in challenging and remote scenarios. It’s great to see that the Holkirk Scorpion-Lite terminal and the Intelsat FlexMove network were able to contribute to the UKISAR team’s operations during such a critical mission.”
Craig Bowley, Regional VP, EMEA at ST Engineering iDirect, added:
« ST Engineering iDirect is immensely proud of our long-term partnerships with industry leaders like Milexia and Intelsat. Collaborations such as the recent mission in Morocco exemplify the impact we can make when it truly counts. Our cutting-edge technology, represented by the ST Engineering iDirect iQ 200 modem and Velocity® platform, plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable and high-speed broadband connectivity, as seen with the deployment of the Holkirk Scorpion-Lite terminals during the UK International Search and Rescue operations. These partnerships underscore our commitment to delivering innovative and robust satellite communication solutions that empower first responders and aid organisations to efficiently carry out their missions, particularly in challenging and remote environments. »
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