solutions by stc, a leading provider of advanced telecommunications and digital services, recently announced the appointment of Dr. Ibrahim Alhumaydani as Director of the Satellite & Mission Critical Portfolio.

In this strategic leadership role, Dr. Alhumaydani will spearhead the development and delivery of satellite communications and mission-critical solutions, reinforcing solutions by stc’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and customer-focused strategy execution across the Kingdom and region.

“With his deep experience in ICT, space technologies, and business development, Dr. Alhumaydani brings a unique blend of technical insight and strategic leadership,” said a spokesperson from solutions by stc. “His appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to driving transformative solutions that empower both public and private sector customers.”

Dr. Alhumaydani joins solutions by stc with an impressive track record of leadership and impact across multi-continental operations. Prior to this appointment, he served as Senior Business Development Manager at SAMI Advanced Electronics Company, where he led strategic initiatives that strengthened market engagement and delivered advanced technology solutions. He also held the role of Operations Manager at Taqnia Space Co., where he was instrumental in optimizing operational performance and driving innovation in space systems.

Dr. Alhumaydani’s academic credentials include executive education from the MIT Sloan Boston Alumni Association, foundational studies at Heriot-Watt University, and specialized training in the New Space Economy at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). His diverse educational background complements his extensive professional experience, equipping him to lead solutions by stc’s efforts in the fast-evolving satellite and mission-critical communications space.

This appointment comes at a time when satellite communications and mission-critical networks are rapidly expanding in importance, both regionally and globally. Operators such as stc group continue to pursue innovative partnerships and initiatives to enhance connectivity and digital inclusion; for example, stc recently signed significant commercial satellite broadband agreements aimed at expanding mobile coverage in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.