Space42

Space42 is a UAE-based, AI-powered SpaceTech company established in 2024, integrating satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence. It has two business units: Yahsat Space Services and Bayanat Smart Solutions. Space42 focuses on satellite operations, geospatial data processing, and AI-driven solutions, with major shareholders including G42, Mubadala, and IHC.

commercialFounded 2024

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

space42.ai

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Space42 and Viasat back the Equatys constellation as a neutral-host infrastructure platform for sharing low-Earth orbit assets among multiple mobile network operators.

RelationshipsCapabilityValue 4.0Jul 13, 2026Rocket Lab Consolidates Vertical Integration Across Satellite Communications Market

Space42 was formed in 2024 from the merger of Bayanat and Yahsat.

RelationshipsValue 4.0Jul 3, 2026Inside the Deepening Ties Between Europe and the Middle East

Space42 established a joint venture with Finland-based ICEYE in 2024 to build a SAR satellite manufacturing facility in the UAE.

RelationshipsGrowthValue 4.5Jul 3, 2026Inside the Deepening Ties Between Europe and the Middle East

Space42 and Viasat formed a joint entity called Equatys in 2025 to build a 2,800-satellite satcom constellation.

RelationshipsPlanValue 4.3Jul 3, 2026Inside the Deepening Ties Between Europe and the Middle East

Space42 and Hisdesat agreed in 2025 to explore collaborative opportunities for new satellite-based services.

RelationshipsGeneralValue 2.6Jul 3, 2026Inside the Deepening Ties Between Europe and the Middle East

AST SpaceMobile, Amazon’s LEO system, Telesat’s Lightspeed system, and Viasat’s joint venture with Abu Dhabi’s Space42 are satellite-to-cellular competitors mentioned as part of the shifting communications landscape.

GeneralValue 2.0Jun 6, 2026SpaceX IPO: Will all that glitters turn to…….?

Viasat Inc. plans to make partner announcements for its Equatys joint venture with Space42.

RelationshipsPlanValue 3.8May 29, 2026Viasat: Partner announcements for Equatys JV with Space42 imminent; will seek EU extension of European Aviation Network

Space42 says more than half of its 16 new products have been successfully launched.

CapabilityGrowthValue 2.0May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

Space42 says Equatys will leverage 370 established agreements with mobile network operators, with new memoranda of understanding in the pipeline.

RelationshipsPlanValue 4.0May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

Space42 says significant progress has been made on forming Equatys in partnership with Viasat.

RelationshipsPlanValue 3.0May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

Space42 is a fixed and mobile satellite services provider.

GeneralValue 1.2May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

Space42 is developing the Equatys direct-to-device ecosystem with Viasat.

RelationshipsValue 4.2May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

Space42’s D2D infrastructure is intended to extend connectivity beyond terrestrial reach and enable continuous global 5G coverage with dual-use applications.

CapabilityGeneralValue 2.4May 20, 2026Space42: ‘D2D opportunity is massive, a $50-billion market;’ co to name Equatys D2D constellation builder within weeks

The Space42-Skylo direct-to-device service will be delivered via the Thuraya-4 geostationary satellite.

RelationshipsCapabilityPlanValue 4.0May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

The Space42-Skylo system works without modified SIM cards or changes to terrestrial mobile operator core infrastructure.

CapabilityGeneralValue 3.0May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

The Space42-Skylo partnership is intended to extend carrier networks into rural, maritime, and remote regions without terrestrial coverage.

RelationshipsCapabilityValue 3.7May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

On May 11, 2026, Space42 and Skylo Technologies announced a strategic partnership to launch standards-based direct-to-device connectivity.

RelationshipsPlanValue 4.0May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

Commercial deployment of the Space42-Skylo service is expected to begin on a rolling basis throughout 2026 as clearances are obtained.

PlanGrowthLegalValue 4.0May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

The Space42-Skylo system has demonstrated a bi-directional, real-time voice call.

CapabilityValue 3.4May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

Space42 combines Yahsat’s satellite communications fleet with Bayanat’s AI-powered geospatial analytics.

RelationshipsValue 4.0May 11, 2026Space42 Taps Skylo for Standards-Based Direct-to-Device Services via Thuraya-4

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