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Ever found it difficult to obtain information about Africa's space and satellite market? Wondered how many satellites have been launched on the continent, who manufactured these satellites, or how much each country has invested in building its satellite infrastructure. Our latest article results from weeks of dedicated research, tracking each satellite project across Africa and presenting the information clearly and concisely. We delve into the details of Africa's past satellite projects, covering various aspects such as the manufacturing and launch cost, the entities responsible for their operations, the companies involved in their manufacturing, the types of missions they were designed for, the providers responsible for launching them, and the locations from which they were launched, and much more. By consolidating this information, we (Space in Africa) aim to shed light on Africa's achievements in space technology and foster a better understanding of the continent's contributions to the global space industry. https://lnkd.in/dZMPSmWE #AfricaSpaceProgram #SatelliteFleet #SpaceTechnology #Collaboration #Innovation #SpaceInAfrica

𝗦𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Saudi Arabia has announced its ambition to take the lead in sustainable space sector development among Middle East countries. This strategic move reflects the kingdom's commitment to diversify its economy and invest in emerging industries beyond oil. The Saudi Arabian government has outlined a comprehensive plan to develop a sustainable space sector, which includes the establishment of a national space agency, the Saudi Space Authority. The authority will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing all space-related activities in the country, including satellite launches, space research, and exploration missions. Furthermore, Saudi Arabia is investing in the development of local talent and capabilities in the space sector. The kingdom is establishing educational programs and research centers focused on space science and technology, aiming to nurture a skilled workforce that can contribute to the growth of the industry. The sustainable space sector development plan aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader vision for economic diversification and the National Transformation Program, which seeks to reduce the kingdom's dependence on oil and create a knowledge-based economy.   By positioning itself as a leader in the space sector, Saudi Arabia aims to not only drive technological advancements but also attract investment and create job opportunities in emerging fields related to space exploration, satellite manufacturing, and data analysis. Overall, Saudi Arabia's commitment to sustainable space sector development signals its determination to embrace innovation, technology, and global collaboration to drive economic growth and contribute to the advancement of the Middle East region in the space domain. One of the key objectives of Saudi Arabia's space sector development plan is to leverage space technology for sustainable development. The kingdom aims to utilize satellite data to address various challenges, such as monitoring climate change, managing natural resources, and enhancing disaster response capabilities. To achieve these goals, Saudi Arabia is actively seeking international partnerships and collaborations with leading space agencies and companies. The kingdom has already signed memorandums of understanding with countries like China Space Agency, Italian Space Agency (ASI), UK Space Agency and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to foster cooperation in space exploration and satellite technology. #KSA #Space #Development #Investment #SaudiArabia

The 2022 space industry report from the consulting company SPACE in Africa, says the value of the industry in Africa is expected to reach US$22.64 billion in 2026. That’s up from US$19.49 billion in 2021. The report indicates that African nations allocated US$534.9 million to space programs in 2022 compared to US$523.2 million in 2021. Read more about how African countries are preparing for wider use of space technology here; https://lnkd.in/epvvFtYK #AfricaLive #SatelliteInnovation #IvoryCoast #FutureFowards

🛰️ Last year we had the pleasure of welcoming representatives of the ASEAN space ecosystem and guide them around the key hubs of Europe's space value-chain. This study visit was a defining part our efforts to establish stronger ties with the Indo-Pacific countries and succeeded in building trust between the two communities in view of future cooperation in space 🤝🌏 We want to thank EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme, the Centre National d'Études Spatiales, the Aerospace Valley and the many companies and industry associations involved for hosting our activities and letting the delegation gain invaluable insights into Europe's space ecosystem. Find out more on this story in our article ⬇️ #Space #Cooperation #Satellites

Read more about the European Space sector: 📚 European Space Agency - ESA - Strategy and programme documents: https://lnkd.in/exA5AUVb 📚 European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) - Bridging the Financing Gap in the European Space Sector: Alternative Funding Pathways in Tightening Markets https://lnkd.in/gpBXXjwC 📚 Dealroom.co - European Space Tech: lifting off: https://lnkd.in/eeYjPhPt 📚 European Investment Bank (EIB) - The future of the European space sector: How to leverage Europe’s technological leadership and boost investments for space ventures: https://lnkd.in/e8UaYwCi 📚 EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme - EO & GNSS Market Report (2024): https://lnkd.in/dVYxi_Y5 (more to be added)