Polaris Intelligence
Polaris
Intelligence
About
Ctrl K
Sign in
© Polaris Intelligence 2026
PrivacyTermsAdmin

Saudi Space Agency

SA

وكالة الفضاء السعودية

The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) is a government agency responsible for advancing Saudi Arabia's space initiatives and positioning the Kingdom as a global hub in the space sector. Established in 2018 and elevated to agency status in 2023, the SSA focuses on developing space-related policies and programs, fostering innovation, and strengthening international cooperation. Key activities include human spaceflight programs, satellite systems development, space exploration missions, and investment in space sciences. The SSA aims to contribute to local scientific and economic advancement through space exploration, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.

gov civilFounded 2018
History · 1 eventJun 13, 2023 · Saudi Space Commission reorganized into Saudi Space Agency
Saudi Arabia
ssc.gov.sa/
Admin Edit

Organization history

Identity changes, mergers, acquisitions, splits, and transferred business lines.

1 event

  1. Jun 13, 2023Identity Change

    Saudi Space Commission reorganized into Saudi Space Agency

    Source
    Predecessor
    Saudi Space Commission (SSC)
    Successor
    Saudi Space Agency
    Event context

    Cabinet Decision No. 821 dated 1444/11/24H approved the organizational statute converting the Saudi Space Commission (est. by Cabinet Decision No. 209, 1440/4/25H / Dec 2018) into the Saudi Space Agency, which assumed all its assets, staff, contracts, and responsibilities.

Track