With the conclusion of this year’s landmark events, anticipation is already building for the next editions of CABSAT, Integrate Middle East and SATExpo Middle East, scheduled for May 20–22, 2026.
Running alongside CABSAT, the exhibition will also unveil the "Innovation Capsule" - a concierge programme designed to facilitate high-level B2B meetings, private briefings and the signing of new MOUs.
The MoU sets a long-term framework for civil space cooperation, including shared expertise, research, and joint projects aligned with both nations' sustainable development goals.
Representatives from 35 government Space Agencies spoke about regulatory frameworks to protect space.
Egypt has ambitiously marched ahead this year with several new satellite projects and space initiatives under the leadership of Dr. Sherif Sedky, CEO of the Egyptian Space Agency. In an ...
Egypt has successfully localized satellite technology, with around 60% of its nanosatellites and 40% of its microsatellites produced domestically.
The conference, held as part of the official programme leading up to the Egypt International Airshow, titled 'New Space Horizons - Africa and the Middle East,' will address the most ...
The successful completion and operation of Nexsat-1 pave the way for future advancements in Egypts satellite technology and space programme.
The Egyptian Space Agency is spearheading several ambitious projects designed to tackle climate change and solidify Africa's presence in space exploration.
The significance of Nexsat-1's launch lies in the localisation of design technology and software for microsatellites, setting the stage for future manufacturing.
This partnership signifies an ongoing commitment between the two nations, expanding upon established collaborations spanning diverse fields and sectors.
Throughout this year, China has been actively working to draw countries into its ILRS project.
Distinguished as the first mini satellite model of its kind in Africa, MisrSat-2 boasts a notable 35% of its components manufactured locally.
The satellite was built using a grant of $92 million overseen by the China National Space Administration, and will be launched from China.
Approximately 45% of the satellite's elements were developed domestically, highlighting Egypt's growing expertise in satellite technology.
Over the last year as CEO of EgSA, Sedky has overseen the launch of Horus-1 and Horus-2 as well as agreements with foreign partners.
The satellite was built using a $92 million grant provided by China to fund two projects in Egypt that was signed in February 2022.
Horus 2 will identify the finest crops produced in various sectors, improve the use of Egypt's natural resources, and boost exports.
Horus-1 is expected to produce critical data to enhance Egypts agricultural sector by improving productivity and limiting wastage.
Remote sensing, satellite communication, space science, and practical applications of space technology will be areas where both countries will strengthen their cooperation.
As CEO of EgSA, Professor Sedky will succeed Dr Mohamed Al-Qousi.
During the meeting, the delegates discussed cooperation between Portugal and Egypt in science and space.
After the signing of the protocol, five schools have attended workshops to train their science teachers about satellite education, and each school received an artificial lunar unit.
EgSA aims to enhance space innovation across 32 engineering and science colleges in Egypt through the educational satellite.
EgSA and ICESCO will organise activities and implement initiatives and programmes in space science and applications.
UAE Space Agency also holds talks with Egyptian Space Agency to reinforce cooperation in scientific research, digital technology, data transfer and other space-related fields.
This is the first time the UN has selected a winner for an opportunity to access space in partnership with a private sector company.
With countries like KSA and the UAE investing heavily in industry 4.0 national space programmes, energy and smart cities, there will be great demand and opportunities within the NGSO sector, ...
The initiatives aim to create awareness and instil space culture in the youth.
IVY STEM will be the first school in Egypt to receive an exclusive model of Space Keys and its operational programme from the EgSA.
The satellite is designed to measure the climate considerations of African countries, reducing their danger and controlling emissions rates.
Egypt will also host the African Space Agency, which includes all 54 countries on the continent.
The agreement is part of the framework for various Egyptian universities to develop space sciences and technologies that can bring about sustainable development.
The agency is also preparing to launch an educational learning platform for space technology.
Egypt is active in the MVA Participation of Emerging Space Countries (PESC) project, which aims at developing a national road map for Egypt to participate in lunar exploration.
During the visit, the Arab academy delegation reviewed the activities and achievements of the space agency, while Al-Quosy presented EgSA technical projects.
Japan's UNISEC will contribute itself to the development of space engineering not only for both countries but also on a larger scale.
The aim of the summer school is to spread knowledge of space science among Egyptian university students for a more hands-on approach in the field.
The deal has been signed for three years and will see the preparation of infrastructure and a data centre to connect the agencys buildings.
A meeting, chaired by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific research, also proposed a budget for projects including human capacity building, space science and culture for 2020-21.
The entity will work in cooperation with international organisations and the country's academic institutions to push the forward on space more aggressively in the coming decade.
The agreement provides a framework for the countries to collaborate in a range of fields including Earth observation, the Space Climate Observatory initiative, and space applications.
Mohamad El-Qousy, Chairman of the space agency, said that the satellite will address issues related to climate change and other climate variables on the continent.
Candidates will be selected based on global standards and the competition open to both men and women with the relevant qualifications.
Hot on the heels of Emirati astronaut Hazzaa Almansoori's return from the ISS, the Egyptian Space Agency is working with the UAE Space Agency to launch an Egyptian astronaut into ...
