Directory of Arab Space Organizations
UAE Space Agency
Leading space exploration in the UAE, known for the Hope Mars Mission.
Country: UAE
Type: Agency
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat)
A leading global satellite operator providing multipurpose satellite solutions for broadband, broadcast, and government.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Saudi Space Agency
Coordinates Saudi Arabia's space activities and research.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Agency
Khalifa University
Conducts cutting-edge space research and training.
Country: UAE
Type: University
Arabsat
Operates a fleet of satellites for broadcasting and telecom.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC)
Home to the UAE National Space Programme, including the Hope Mars Mission, astronaut program, and satellite development.
Country: UAE
Type: Agency
Thuraya Telecommunications Company
A leading mobile satellite communications company providing voice and data services to over 160 countries.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST)
A national center for space science research and education, equipped with an observatory and planetarium.
Country: UAE
Type: University
Bayanat
A G42 company providing AI-powered geospatial solutions and data services for various sectors.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
A leading research university with programs in remote sensing, robotics, and satellite communications.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: University
Scitech Arabia
Provides satellite and aerospace components, subsystems, and engineering services within the Kingdom.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS)
Egypt's primary body for satellite remote sensing, data reception, and space science research.
Country: Egypt
Type: Agency
Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA)
Focused on developing and launching satellites, and establishing a national space industry infrastructure.
Country: Egypt
Type: Agency
NileSat
A major satellite operator in the MENA region, providing broadcasting and communication services.
Country: Egypt
Type: Company
Qatar Satellite Company (Es'hailSat)
Owns and operates satellites providing broadcasting and telecommunications services to the MENA region.
Country: Qatar
Type: Company
Qatar University (QU) - Center for Advanced Materials
Involved in materials science research applicable to aerospace and has participated in CubeSat projects.
Country: Qatar
Type: University
Royal Jordanian Geographic Centre (RJGC)
Handles national mapping, surveying, and remote sensing activities in Jordan.
Country: Jordan
Type: Agency
Crown Prince Foundation (FYsat-1)
Supported the launch of Jordan's first nanosatellite, a CubeSat for research and imaging.
Country: Jordan
Type: Initiative
Algerian Space Agency (ASAL)
Manages Algeria's national space program, including the Alsat series of Earth observation satellites.
Country: Algeria
Type: Agency
Bahrain's National Space Science Agency (NSSA)
Responsible for promoting space science and developing Bahrain's capabilities in the space sector.
Country: Bahrain
Type: Agency
Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR)
Conducts research in various fields, including remote sensing and environmental monitoring from space.
Country: Kuwait
Type: Research Center
Royal Centre for Remote Sensing (CRTS)
The national institution for Earth observation, remote sensing, and satellite imagery applications in Morocco.
Country: Morocco
Type: Agency
Oman National CERT (OCERT) - Satellite Projects
Involved in developing national capabilities, including Oman's first CubeSat project.
Country: Oman
Type: Agency
Tunisian Space Agency (TunSA)
A proposed agency to coordinate and develop Tunisia's space activities, building on the success of Challenge-1 satellite.
Country: Tunisia
Type: Agency
Arab Space Cooperation Group
An initiative of 14 Arab nations, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, to coordinate regional space activities and develop the 813 satellite.
Country: Regional
Type: Intergovernmental
Iraqi Space Agency
A new initiative to establish a national space agency focused on communications and satellite applications.
Country: Iraq
Type: Agency
Lebanese National Council for Scientific Research (CNRS-L)
Manages Lebanon's remote sensing center and space-related scientific research initiatives.
Country: Lebanon
Type: Research Center
Sudanese Remote Sensing and Seismology Authority
The governmental body responsible for remote sensing, GIS applications, and related space technologies in Sudan.
Country: Sudan
Type: Agency
Sadeem Technology
A startup developing wireless sensor networks for environmental monitoring, including air quality and flood detection.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
Alpha ARM
Specializes in advanced robotics, unmanned systems, and AI with applications in aerospace and defense.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
Advanced Electronics Company (AEC)
A major player in the defense and aerospace sector, involved in manufacturing and repairing electronic systems.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
Marshal Intech
Provides satellite ground station services, equipment, and teleport facilities.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Exocetus
A startup focused on developing reusable rocket engine components and propulsion systems.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Maqta Gateway (Digital Cluster)
Utilizes satellite data (AIS) and AI for maritime logistics, trade, and port management.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Farmin
A startup that uses satellite imagery and AI to provide data analytics for the agricultural sector.
Country: Egypt
Type: Company
PraxiLabs
Provides virtual science labs for education, with simulations including physics and astronomy.
Country: Egypt
Type: Company
Stellr
A space-as-a-service startup aiming to provide satellite imagery and data analytics.
Country: Jordan
Type: Company
OQ Technology
A satellite operator building a global constellation for 5G IoT and M2M communications, with a subsidiary in the UAE.
Country: Regional
Type: Company
Wamda Capital
A leading venture capital firm in the MENA region that has invested in space-tech related startups.
Country: Regional
Type: Investor
Global Ventures
A UAE-based venture capital firm investing in emerging technologies, including companies with space applications.
Country: Regional
Type: Investor
Pico-CAT
A project focused on developing local capacity in satellite engineering through CubeSat workshops and training.
Country: Qatar
Type: Initiative
Celestia TTi
A company specializing in RF and digital technologies for satellite and terrestrial communication systems.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: Company
Syrian Space Agency
Government run organization overseen by the Syrian Minister of Communications and Technology, dedicated to space exploration.
Country: Syria
Type: Agency
Orbital Space
Leading private aerospace company based in the United Arab Emirates, dedicated to the exploration and development of space technologies.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Strata Manufacturing
Advanced composite aero-structures manufacturing facility that produces high quality composite aircraft parts and components for global OEMs.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
Sanad
Global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader providing MRO and financing solutions.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
FADA
EDGE Group's space entity focused on advancing the nation’s space capabilities through development and manufacturing of satellite systems.
Country: UAE
Type: Company
National Remote Sensing Center of Tunisia (CNCT)
National institution responsible for mapping, cartography, and remote sensing in Tunisia.
Country: Tunisia
Type: Agency
Center for Astrophysics and Space Science, NYU Abu Dhabi
Alliance of faculty and scholars involved in research in astronomy, astrophysics, planetary, and particle physics.
Country: UAE
Type: University
National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC), UAEU
Center established to serve the UAE's national space vision, focusing on research, development, and education in space science.
Country: UAE
Type: University
Interdisciplinary Research Center for Aviation & Space Exploration (IRC-ASE), KFUPM
Center aimed at advancing space-based research through innovative technologies.
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type: University
American University of Sharjah
University with aerospace engineering program and dedicated aerospace laboratory.
Country: UAE
Type: University
American University of Ras Al Khaimah
University participating in space projects like MeznSat CubeSat for environmental monitoring.
Country: UAE
Type: University
Higher Colleges of Technology
Largest applied higher educational institution in UAE, involved in space programs like HCT-SAT 1.
Country: UAE
Type: University