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Its extensive line of industrial-grade RS PRO automation products is meticulously designed to provide competitive savings over branded alternatives without compromising performance, allowing customers of all sizes to modernize with confidence.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RS, a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, makes automation accessible to all with its extensive line of affordable, industrial-grade RS PRO products.

RS PRO industrial automation products allow customers of all sizes and budgets to modernize with confidence.

RS PRO products, the own brand of RS, are engineered to help customers overcome common challenges in every industrial market segment and meticulously designed to deliver an attractive combination of quality, choice, and value. They’re also backed by the RS PRO Seal of Approval — which is only awarded after a rigorous testing, inspection, and auditing process based on demanding international standards — and most are covered by a standard three-year warranty.

The RS PRO portfolio features more than 80,000 products across 1,500 technologies to satisfy the needs of virtually every industrial application and working environment and provide competitive savings compared to branded alternatives without compromising performance, allowing customers of all sizes to work confidently. It also offers more than 15,000 in-stock and ready-to-ship solutions and a growing selection of sustainable solutions. These field-proven, industrial-grade products can also be combined into integrated solutions to further simplify customers’ sourcing and purchasing processes and save even more time and money.

The ever-growing range of RS PRO automation products is optimized to help customers in the discrete and process manufacturing, energy and utilities, and facilities and intralogistics industries maximize output, reliability, and efficiency while minimizing energy consumption and operating costs. These solutions include more than:

2,900 enclosures designed to protect electrical equipment from environmental hazards, including dust, weather, washdowns, chemicals, and electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.2,080 hook-up wires used to connect components in low-current and low-voltage electrical and electronic devices and control panels.1,630 temperature sensors that detect changes in environmental and substance temperatures and convert those measurements into electrical signals that can be monitored and analyzed by control systems.1,400 network and Ethernet cables designed to connect various network nodes, including computers and IIoT devices.1,020 pushbutton switches used to turn electrical circuits on and off.940 rectangular connectors that connect multiple wires or circuits together to facilitate the transmission of power, signals, and data between devices.810 multiconductor cables designed to simultaneously transmit power and signal in applications that require multiple connections, including machine tools and factory automation, process automation, and control systems.700 industrial cable assemblies used to transmit electrical power and signals between the various components of industrial systems and machinery.540 relays and relay sockets that help protect electrical systems and connected equipment from over-current and -voltage conditions.410 audibles, including alarms, buzzers, bells, sirens, and horns, used to alert people to machine and process errors, hazards, and status changes.300 photoelectric sensors designed to detect the presence, absence, or distance of an object using a light transmitter and photoelectric receiver.300 proximity sensors that detect the presence of objects from both long and short distances much more quickly than contact sensors can using capacitive, inductive, magnetic, or ultrasonic technologies.290 bootlace ferrules used to create secure electrical connections between stripped wires and terminals or clamps by encapsulating the individual strands of wire to prevent fraying.230 beacons designed to visually communicate security alerts, potential hazards, and machinery status changes.200 pressure sensors that measure the amount of force exerted over an area and convert that information into electrical signals that can be read and interpreted by control systems.190 axial fans used to cool electronic equipment.190 contactors used to switch circuits on and off.180 automation signaling solutions, like light towers, that use visual and audible signals to communicate information about the status of machines, processes, or systems in automated environments.150 current transformers designed to measure large currents in power systems by transforming high primary currents into smaller, proportional secondary currents.110 float switches used to detect the liquid levels in tanks and control external devices, like pumps, valves, and alarms.100 temperature controllers that compare actual system temperatures to the designed setpoint and adjust the heating or cooling system to maintain the desired temperature.

RS PRO also offers a variety of limit, disconnect, and Ethernet switches, DIN rail power supplies, counters, digital timers and hour meters, HMI displays, emergency stop pushbutton switches, and smart relays ideal for use in industrial automation applications.

All of these products are widely used in industrial automation applications in the discrete and process manufacturing, energy and utilities, and facilities and intralogistics industries, including:

Automotive manufacturing, original equipment manufacturing (OEM), machine building, and control panel buildingFood and beverage, pharmaceutical, pulp and paper, and steel manufacturingPower generation and distribution, water and wastewater, renewable energy, oil and gas, and telecommunications infrastructureIndustrial facilities, logistics operations, retail and wholesale outlets, universities, and ports

“Automation doesn’t have to be expensive,” said Jody Kemp, RS Vice President of Supplier and Sales Engagement – Americas. “While there are certainly classes of industrial applications that require complex and costly automation capabilities, there are just as many — if not more — that don’t have any need for pricey extras, applications that instead need sensors that reliably detect, switches that faithfully flip, and alarms that dutifully count. RS PRO automation products reliably fulfill these needs in even the most modern industrial environments while simplifying sourcing and giving you the best value for your money, which makes integrating automation solutions accessible to industrial operations of all sizes.”

For more information about RS PRO automation products engineered to help industrial customers maximize output, reliability, and efficiency while minimizing energy consumption and operating costs, please click the embedded links above. For assistance identifying, procuring, installing, and maintaining RS PRO automation products designed to modernize your industrial production processes and satisfy both your performance requirements and cost constraints, contact your local RS representative at 1.866.433.5722 or reach out to our technical support team.

About RS 
RS is a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.

We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products, and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations. We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital, and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference.

Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people, planet, and profit. 

RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2024 reported revenue of £2,942 million.

For more information, please visit https://www.rsgroup.com/ or connect with us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter).

About RS in the Americas
In the Americas region, RS stocks more than 250,000 industrial and electronic products from more than 700 trusted suppliers. These solutions cover categories extending from automation and control equipment to interconnect, passive, active, and electromechanical components and include more than 80,000 high-quality, competitively priced RS PRO products. For more information, please visit https://us.rs-online.com or connect with us via social media on Facebook, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

Click here to view the media kit. 

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