Sawatel was founded in 2001 as a provider of electronic newsgathering, satellite transmission services and  space segments provider on various international satellites

Sawatel has global reach through its own space capacity and strategic relationships with major satellite operators (such as Nilesat).  These alliances allow for seamless transmission throughout the world. In addition, Sawatel provides a variety of services with its state-of-the-art studios and newsgathering expertise.

All of these capabilities are key to Sawatel's mission to offer and provide technical excellence, competitive pricing and value-added features for optimum system performance and delivery; the shortest distance between two points.

With more than sixty employees in more than ten cities and countries worldwide, such as Cairo, Beirut, London, New York and Washington D.C., Sawatel’s team is proud serve clients in the Near East and the Gulf region (such as Arab information ministries and television stations).

Sawatel provides up-to-date newsgathering to several European and international televisions and networks.

Sawatel is planning to expand its operation in the strategic city of Cairo to furnish our clients with information and news from one of the most influential countries in the region.  Our soon to be subsidiary in Cairo will be a necessary addition to our list of resources that we offer our news clients.