Oman Lens is an Omani company that represents the Sultanate of Oman in the space sector. It focuses on remote sensing and Earth observation technologies enhanced with artificial intelligence. The company launched Oman's first satellite, OL-1, an AI-enhanced satellite capable of real-time data processing and high-resolution imaging, and aims to launch a constellation of satellites over the next five years. Oman Lens partners with companies like STAR.VISION Aerospace Limited Group and MARS Development & Investment, contributing to Oman's Vision 2040 by providing data solutions for both public and private sectors.
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Oman launched its national space policy in 2023, contributing to the rapid development of its space sector.
The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) oversees Oman’s space sector focused on building national capabilities in space science and technology.
Oman's space sector, overseen by MTCIT, supports infrastructure development, commercial applications, and public-private collaboration.
During its fifth flight in November 2024, Kinetica 1 carried 15 satellites, including IRSS-1, designed and built by the China Academy of Space Technology for Omani startup Oman Lens.
SCT is building satellite communications infrastructure for Oman.
Space Communication Technologies (SCT) is the lead center for Oman’s National Satellite Program.
OmanSat-1 will deliver high Ka-band capacity primarily over Oman and its economic waters.
OmanSat-1 will deliver high Ka-band capacity primarily over Oman and its economic waters, as well as the entirety of the Middle East, East Africa, and Asia.
OmanSat-1 is Oman’s first dedicated national satellite.
The space programme positions Oman as a regional gateway to space applications.
Airbus will build Oman’s first high capacity communications satellite system.
Space Communications Technologies SPC is owned by the state-run Oman Investment Authority.
The choice of an advanced digital platform for OmanSat-1 confirms Oman's commitment to adopting next-generation space technologies.
OmanSat-1 is the first geostationary satellite for Oman and represents a significant step in consolidating the country's space communication infrastructure.
Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communication and Information Technology, Said Al Mawaali, stated that the satellite system is a major step towards operating Oman’s own network for improved coverage and national security.
Airbus Space signed a contract with Space Communication Technologies (SCT), the national operator of Oman, to develop the satellite OmanSat-1 on November 24, 2025.
Oman’s national operator, Space Communication Technologies (SCT), awarded Airbus a contract to manufacture its first geostationary satellite, OmanSat-1.
The high throughput performance of OmanSat-1 will support applications such as broadcasting, secure government services, and broadband connectivity in remote areas of Oman.
Oman’s biggest telecommunications company is state-run Omantel.
Other telecommunications operators in Oman include Ooredoo, Awasr, and Vodafone.