ABU DHABI: As per agency reports, talks are underway to locally manufacture Earth observation satellites, advancing the commitment of UAE to innovation and space technology development.
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Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Yahsat Satellite Services, said that Foresight-1 is a significant achievement, placing the UAE among the top 20 countries managing Earth observation satellites. Space42 plans to launch the Thuraya 4 satellite by the end of this year, followed by Al Yah 4 in 2027 and Al Yah 5 in 2028.
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), part of Space42, is set to launch seven satellites as part of the UAE’s Earth Observation Space Programme. The first satellite, Foresight-1, was launched last August.
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Al Hashemi also highlighted Space42’s leadership in AI-driven space technology, addressing global space industry needs and providing advanced intelligence solutions for governments and businesses. He added that the recent merger between Bayanat and Yahsat is a pioneering step, predicting more companies will adopt similar models by integrating satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and AI technology.
