What Happened
Altair-1 Enters Orbit, Marks New Era For UAE Space Industry
Orbitworks has successfully launched Altair-1, the UAE’s first commercial satellite, marking a significant milestone in the country’s space industry. The satellite is part of a 10-satellite constellation designed to provide AI-enabled Earth observation capabilities, with applications in disaster response, maritime awareness, and national security. Built in Abu Dhabi and integrated by Loft Orbital, Altair-1 launched aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-18 rideshare mission. This achievement was reported by SatellitePro ME.