Managing Space Debris: Lessons from Saudi Arabia’s Past and Future Endeavors
Space debris poses a significant challenge for nations involved in space exploration. Saudi Arabia, with its historical encounters with space junk, serves as an example of the importance of addressing this issue. As the country expands its space endeavors, the…
Oman’s ETCO SPACE Partners with Polish Innovators for Groundbreaking Space Exploration and Satellite Services
ETCO SPACE, the space agency of Oman, has announced a groundbreaking initiative following the successful deployment of Oman’s inaugural satellite into low Earth orbit via SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket in November 2023. The agency has formed a collaborative venture named…
Es’hailSat and TMC Sign Agreement for Providing Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) and Outdoor Broadcast Van (OBVAN) Services in Qatar
Es’hailSat adds DSNG and OBVAN Services via TMC to complement its Teleport and Satellite Services at 25.5/26 ⁰ East MENA hotspot. Doha, 21st January 2024 – Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, is proud to announce its partnership with Total Media…
Omantel & Etlaq: Pioneering Oman’s Space Industry Infrastructure at Wilayat al Duqm
Omantel is set to forge a strategic partnership with Etlaq, with Omantel serving as the primary investor in this groundbreaking venture. The project’s core objective is to conceptualize and construct ground-based space launch service infrastructure in Wilayat al Duqm. This…
UAE Secures Historic Agreement with US for Lunar Gateway Airlock, Paving the Way for Emirati Astronauts in Moon Missions
The UAE has officially entered into a significant agreement with the United States to contribute an airlock to NASA’s Lunar Gateway station, marking a historic milestone that also paves the way for Emirati astronauts to participate in upcoming Moon missions….
A Snapshot of Oman’s Evolving Space Industry: Developing a Robust Space Ecosystem
The Sultanate of Oman is on a transformative path with its long-term development strategy, Oman Vision 2040, aiming to diversify national income sources and reduce dependence on oil and gas exports. At the forefront of this economic renaissance is the…