التكنولوجيا وأخبارها بوابة مصر لأخبار تكنولوجيا المعلومات والإتصالات وفي أفريقيا كما تعتبر مصدر رئيسي للمعلومات حول تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات والفرص الاستثمارية المرتبطة بالاقتصاد الرقمي في المنطقة بالكامل
IEC Telecom has announced the introduction of an advanced tracking and communication platform designed to strengthen safety and coordination in humanitarian operations worldwide. The new solution will be officially unveiled at AIDEX 2025, the leading global event for humanitarian aid and disaster relief, reflecting IEC Telecom’s long-standing commitment to supporting front-line responders with resilient, secure, and scalable communication systems.
Responding to Rising Safety Risks in Humanitarian Missions
The demand for humanitarian assistance has surged dramatically in recent years. By 2024, nearly 300 million people were projected to need aid due to conflict, climate crises, and pandemics. As these emergencies intensify, the safety of aid workers has come under increasing threat.
According to the Aid Worker Security Report 2025, more than 230 humanitarian workers lost their lives in the first half of the year alone — the highest mid-year toll on record. IEC Telecom’s new initiative directly addresses these escalating dangers by providing tools to improve real-time tracking, communication, and emergency response capabilities.
Technology Built for Remote, High-Risk Environments
Recognizing the crucial role of digital connectivity in life-saving operations, IEC Telecom has developed a system that enables full visibility over field teams, ensuring rapid communication and immediate response in emergencies. The platform allows for instant SOS alerts, mission tracking, and secure data exchange — empowering management teams to make informed decisions under pressure.
“IEC Telecom has supported the humanitarian sector for over three decades, giving us deep insight into its operational realities,” said Gwenael Loheac, President of Europe & West Africa at IEC Telecom Group. “Our new satellite-powered tracking portfolio, combining Garmin’s leading hardware and our Traksat digital platform, has been purpose-built to meet the sector’s evolving safety and communication needs.”
Introducing the Garmin GPSMAP® H1i Plus with Traksat Integration
The newly unveiled tracking solution centers on the Garmin GPSMAP® H1i Plus, a next-generation handheld GPS device featuring a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, preloaded maps, and multimedia sharing capabilities. Its integrated Iridium® satellite receiver ensures continuous communication in remote and off-grid regions — a critical lifeline for humanitarian teams operating beyond cellular coverage.
When integrated with IEC Telecom’s Traksat platform, the GPSMAP H1i Plus becomes part of a powerful organizational ecosystem offering centralized management, geofencing, mission checklists, and scalable usage options. Administrators can monitor multiple teams in real time, generate advanced reports, and manage licenses or configurations remotely — giving organizations unprecedented operational control.
Supporting Localisation and Sustainable Humanitarian Action
The launch coincides with a growing shift toward localisation in humanitarian operations, as global funding shortfalls push organizations to collaborate more closely with local NGOs. In this context, real-time monitoring and coordination tools like IEC Telecom’s Traksat platform become indispensable — ensuring accountability, resource efficiency, and personnel safety across dispersed and high-risk environments.
Driving Digital Resilience for the Humanitarian Sector
With over 30 years of experience in delivering secure satellite communications, IEC Telecom continues to lead innovation in digital connectivity for mission-critical operations. The company’s latest technologies are bridging communication gaps in Africa, the Middle East, and other underserved regions, helping humanitarian agencies stay connected, informed, and protected — wherever they operate.
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