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Pakistan's New Remote Sensing Satellite Achieves Operational Success Experts from the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SPARCO) have confirmed that Pakistan’s newly launched remote sensing satellite has successfully reached orbit and is now fully operational. The satellite, which was deployed from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China on July 31, 2025, has already established stable communication with ground stations and begun acquiring high-resolution images. These images are being transmitted to the ground for further analysis and application. The successful launch marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s space program. The satellite is equipped with advanced imaging capabilities that will transform several key areas of national interest. Its high-quality resolution will support urban planning, infrastructure development, and regional planning by providing accurate data on land use and environmental changes. It will also help monitor urban expansion and ...

Pakistan's Space Ambitions Gain Momentum with New Remote Sensing Satellite Pakistan has taken a significant step forward in its space research and development efforts with the successful deployment of an advanced remote sensing satellite. The satellite, launched on July 31, 2025, from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center, is now fully operational and transmitting high-resolution images to ground stations. This achievement marks a major milestone in the country’s growing space capabilities. The satellite was developed by the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), which announced its readiness for use in various national sectors. According to a press release, the satellite has established stable communication with ground stations and is already providing valuable data that will support multiple fields of development. One of the key benefits of this satellite is its high-quality imaging capabilities, which are expected to revolutionize urban planning, infrastr...

Strategic Alliance Between Nigerian Air Force and NIGCOMSAT A significant development in Nigeria's national security landscape has emerged with the formation of a strategic alliance between the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited. This collaboration aims to enhance operational effectiveness, safeguard sovereignty, and promote sustainability through cutting-edge space-based technologies. The alliance was formalized during a courtesy visit by Jane Egerton-Idehen, managing director and chief executive officer of NIGCOMSAT, to Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, chief of the Air Staff (CAS), at the NAF Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, August 7, 2025. The meeting marked an important step in strengthening ties between key national institutions working toward common security goals. According to Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, director of Public Relations and Information at NAF Headquarters, the discussions centered on utilizing NIGCOMSAT’s s...