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LatConnect 60 Expands SWIRSAT Constellation

July 29, 2026

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Key Takeaways

LatConnect 60 accelerates SWIRSAT constellation growth.
Company expands manufacturing presence in Malaysia and UAE.
First two SWIRSAT missions launch in Q1 2027.
Constellation expansion plan to 18 satellites.

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Strategic Implications

This expansion may indicate LatConnect 60's growing confidence in the global demand for SWIR imaging capabilities. The company's decision to anchor core technology development in Western Australia while expanding into Malaysia and the UAE suggests a strategic approach to leveraging regional strengths and partnerships, which could strengthen its competitive position in the satellite constellation market.

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What Happened

Australian Company Anchors Technology Development in Western Australia

LatConnect 60 is accelerating the growth of its SWIRSAT constellation, with core technology development and payload manufacturing anchored in Western Australia. The company is expanding its manufacturing presence in Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates, with the first two SWIRSAT missions set to launch in Q1 2027. The constellation expansion plan aims to reach 18 satellites, with over 40 new direct positions expected in Western Australia by 2029. This development was reported by SpaceNews.

Source | Originally Published: July 29, 2026

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