![](//www.4rfv.com/images/no_image.jpg)
Dubai, 15 November, 2023: Bayanat (a leading provider of AI-powered geospatial solutions) and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat the UAE's flagship satellite solutions provider) today announced the expansion of their ambitious Earth Observation (EO) space program from five to seven synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites.
The expansion of the constellation with technology, training, and expertise provided by program partner, ICEYE, a global leader in SAR satellite development means that orbiting satellites will revisit the Middle East more frequently, enabling Bayanat and Yahsat to deliver near real-time, high-definition images of on-the-ground conditions across the Middle East as they execute their plan to serve domestic and international customers with advanced geospatial intelligence.
Using radar signals rather than light, the SAR satellite images deliver persistent monitoring of specific locations on the Earth's surface day and night, through the clouds, and multiple times per day and enable government and business customers to detect detailed changes on the ground. Typical applications include identifying oil spills; monitoring maritime activities, for instance, illegal fishing or encroachment into territorial areas; and surveillance activity at ports. These capabilities are applicable to organizations across a wide range of sectors insurance, national security, and climate change monitoring, among others.
Hasan Al Hosani, Managing Director, Bayanat, said: The decision to expand the SAR satellite fleet is one more milestone for both Bayanat and the UAE as we lay down the foundations of the New Space economy. Developing our technological prowess as we build out a domestic SAR satellite industry will help to diversify our economy, generate high-tech jobs, and bolster our strategic independence.
Ali Al Hashemi, Group CEO of Yahsat, said: As the pioneer of the space sector in the UAE, we are proud of our role in this partnership as we extend the nation's capabilities, reinforcing the UAE's leadership in the space sector across the MENA region and actively contributing to the implementation of the UAE space strategy. Yahsat has business and government customers around the globe supported by our world-class satellite communications infrastructure covering 80% of the world's population. Reaffirming our extensive experience, today's announcement further accelerates this program as we develop satellite imaging and Earth observation capabilities.
As part of the space program that was announced in May this year, Yahsat and Bayanat confirmed the go live' of their own satellite radar imaging service - the first step in the provision of customer-ready commercial services using ICEYE's fleet. In reflection of the speed and agility of the New Space sector, this radar imaging service is fully operational just months after the program was announced. Based in Helsinki, ICEYE has deployed 31 SAR satellites since 2018, and its superior technology provides its partners with a vast range and control of surface imaging from ground resolution of 50 centimeters to expansive views up to 50,000 square kilometers distance.
Jamil Kawar, ICEYE's VP of Missions in the Middle East and North Africa said: With dedicated access to ICEYEs existing fleet and the ongoing manufacture of Bayanat and Yahsats own SAR satellite constellation, extending our collaboration is another step forward in the UAEs rapidly developing space capabilities. Our deep, comprehensive partnership goes way beyond hardware and represents our commitment to supporting Bayanat, Yahsat, and the wider UAE to become space technology producers.
Middle East Stories
18/07/2024
Yahsat accelerates efforts to expand in Zimbabwe following agreement with Satcom...
10/06/2024
- Fully flexible, software-defined payloads will allow in-orbit reconfiguration of coverage area, capacity and communication frequencies
- Full programme cost...
29/05/2024
Marrakech, Morrocco, 29 May, 2024 : Marrakech, Morrocco, 29 May 2024: Al Yah Sa...
24/05/2024
The certification underscores world-class standards of services at Yahsat's Abu Dhabi Teleport
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 21 May 2024: Al Yah Satelli...
22/05/2024
EUTELSAT KONNECT satellite will enhance Yahsat's satellite network with mult...
15/05/2024
Abu Dhabi, 15 May, 2024 : IP NEO is a Thuraya 4-ready lightweight portable sate...
15/05/2024
Abu Dhabi, 15 May, 2024 : IP NEO is a Thuraya 4-ready lightweight portable sate...
14/05/2024
Highest ever Q1 revenue with Normalised EBITDA growth of 7%
Profitability, cash flow and capital expenditure guidance reiterated
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirat...
10/05/2024
Abu Dhabi, 10 May 2024: Further to our previous communications about the unexpec...
10/05/2024
Abu Dhabi, 10 May, 2024 : Abu Dhabi, 10 May 2024: Further to our previous commu...
09/05/2024
The visit discussed potential for Yahsat to expand its presence in South Africa ...
25/04/2024
Bayanat AI PLC (ADX: BAYANAT), a leading AI-powered geospatial solutions provider, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company P.J.S.C. (ADX: YAHSAT), the UAE...
23/04/2024
The merger will provide vertical integration potential and enhanced product offerings to capture regional and international opportunities for revenue growth and...
23/04/2024
Abu Dhabi, 23 April, 2024 : Partnership delivers greater cybersecurity to Thura...
02/04/2024
Abu Dhabi, 02 April, 2024 : Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2 April 2024: Thur...
01/04/2024
Mr. Somani will oversee the development and implementation of the company's growth strategy and spearhead global strategic partnerships
Abu Dhabi, United A...
21/03/2024
- A circular was issued today setting both entities' General Assembly Meetin...
18/03/2024
Abu Dhabi, 18 March, 2024 : Abu Dhabi, 18 March 2024: Thuraya Telecommunication...
18/03/2024
Abu Dhabi, 18 March, 2024 : Abu Dhabi, 18 March 2024: Thuraya Telecommunication...
22/02/2024
Abu Dhabi , 22 February, 2024 : The first universal Direct-to-Device (D2D) Android smartphone with satellite voice and SMS capability
Abu Dhabi, 22 February 2...
22/02/2024
Abu Dhabi , 22 February, 2024 : The first universal Direct-to-Device (D2D) Andr...
21/02/2024
The industry disruptive strategy is primed to transform the lives of billions of...
20/12/2023
Abu Dhabi, 20 December 2023: Further to the announcements made by Bayanat AI PLC...
19/12/2023
The combination will bring together complementary capabilities to create a UAE-b...
27/11/2023
Yahsat's next-generation climate tech solutions to support efforts to mitiga...
21/11/2023
Asmira video compression technology delivers advanced capabilities to end users ...
21/11/2023
Abu Dhabi, 21 November, 2023 : Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20 November 2023: Thuraya Teleco...
21/11/2023
Abu Dhabi, 21 November, 2023 : Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20 November 2023: Thuraya Teleco...
16/11/2023
Yahsat's reliable and secure connectivity solutions to be installed on EDGE&...
15/11/2023
Dubai, 15 November, 2023: Bayanat (a leading provider of AI-powered geospatial s...
07/11/2023
Third quarter revenues grew 8% versus prior year, second highest on record
Nine-month revenues and Normalised EBITDA increased 3% underpinned by double digit g...
30/10/2023
The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) is the world's largest corporate su...
26/10/2023
Abu Dhabi, 26 October, 2023 : New partnership highlights Thuraya's continui...
23/10/2023
Service partnership agreement covers vital sectors including government, telemed...
23/10/2023
Abu Dhabi, 23 October, 2023 : Service partnership agreement covers vital sector...
17/10/2023
The innovative IoT Product provides tracking, locking and multiple sensing featu...
17/10/2023
Abu Dhabi, 17 October, 2023 :
The innovative IoT Product provides tracking, ...
12/10/2023
The company is set to forge several new partnerships with leading companies to enrich its portfolio of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)...
12/10/2023
Abu Dhabi, 12 October, 2023 : The company is set to forge several new partnerships with leading companies to enrich its portfolio of Internet of Things (IoT) a...
22/09/2023
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 22 September 2023: Al Yah Satellite Communicati...
20/09/2023
On track to grow dividends by at least 2% to a total of AED 402 million [USD 109...
19/09/2023
STACK Infrastructure, the digital infrastructure partner to the worlds most innovative companies and a leading global developer and operator of data centers, an...
11/09/2023
Partnership aims to expand broadband penetration in Sub-Saharan Africa
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 11 September 2023: YahClick, the Data Solutions subsidiary of the UAE...
29/08/2023
Yahsat proudly celebrates Emirati Women's Day, recognizing accomplishments o...
15/08/2023
Were excited to announce that weve broken ground on a 1.1 million square foot development on behalf of transportation and logistics company, Highlight Motors Gr...
11/08/2023
Yahsat's Commercial team is exploring ways to take advantage of growing Chin...
11/08/2023
Abu Dhabi, 11 August, 2023 :
Yahsat's Commercial team is exploring ways ...
11/08/2023
Abu Dhabi, 11 August, 2023 :
Yahsat's Commercial team is exploring ways ...