The satellites were designed by undergraduates from Umm Al-Qura University and Prince Sultan University as part of the competition.
The Saudi Space Agency has announced the successful launch of two satellites designed by students from Umm Al-Qura University and Prince Sultan University, marking a major milestone in the SARI small satellite design competition. Their deployment as part of an international space mission represents a national achievement aligned with the Kingdoms vision to empower young talent and advance innovation in space sciences, according to a report by Saudi Press Agency.
The launch is the culmination of a highly competitive programme that saw participation from 42 Saudi universities and more than 480 student teams, each working to develop small satellite models meeting rigorous scientific and engineering standards.
Introduced by the Saudi Space Agency, the competition is designed to offer students hands-on experience in satellite design, assembly and operation, while enhancing their capabilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The initiative supports the development of a skilled national workforce prepared to drive the future of Saudi Arabias space sector.
The two student-built satellites aim to contribute to the advancement of space technologies that support scientific research and national development.
