Pakistan has publicly announced its plans to launch the country’s first ever optical remote sensing satellite, PRSS 1. On Oct. 5, the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) stated the satellite will fly into orbit sometime next year. Pakistan recently lofted its own communications satellite, Paksat 1 R, which is currently providing communication and broadcast services throughout the country and neighboring regions.
Pakistan to Launch First Remote Sensing Satellite in 2018
Airbus and Thales Alenia Space to Build SpainSat NG-III
Hisdesat has contracted Airbus and Thales Alenia Space to build the SpainSat NG-III secure satellite communications satellite for Spain. Airbus, the prime contractor, announced the award on July 31. As […]
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