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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Airbus won a contract to build OmanSat-1 for Space Communication Technologies (SCT), Oman’s national satellite operator.
Oman launched its space programme in 2020 guided by Royal Decree 90/2020.
The communications satellite system will cover Oman’s territorial waters, the Middle East, East Africa, and Asian countries.
In July 2023, telecommunications operators in Oman and the UAE began running a submarine fibre optic cable connecting the two Gulf states.
The OmanSat-1 project, under the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology - Oman, includes training programs to develop 100% Omani expertise.
OmanSat-1 will utilize high-capacity Ka-band technology and cover Oman, the Middle East, East Africa, and Asia.
The joint venture for the submarine fibre optic cable is registered under the name of Oman Emirates Gateway.
Etlaq Spaceport is involved in Oman’s 2023 to 2033 National Space Program and has a commitment for services from PLD Space's MIURA 5 spacecraft.
Oman will maintain rigorous aviation, maritime, and ground safety requirements for space launch approvals.
Companies seeking launch approval in Oman must submit an evidence-based safety case to the CAA to reserve launch windows in the Muscat Flight Information Region (FIR).
Etlaq Spaceport is positioned to provide launch services as Oman grows its presence in the space economy.
Oman’s Civil Aviation Directive (CAD 5-01) establishes the process for coordinating spaceflight activities within Oman’s airspace.
The Oman Civil Aviation Authority released a new framework for approving commercial space launch activities.
Launch applications in Oman aim to be processed in as little as 45 days.
Oman will not place any limit on the number of launches per year for Etlaq and other launch service providers.
EUTELSAT 21B provides reliable transmission of national TV and media content across Oman.
Oman’s Etlaq Spaceport could be the first Middle Eastern nation with a commercial orbital launch site by 2027.
Oman aims to expand its technology sector from 2% to 10% of GDP through initiatives like Etlaq Spaceport.
Eutelsat renewed its agreement with Oman’s Ministry of Information for continued satellite capacity on EUTELSAT 21B at 21° East.
Eutelsat has extended a partnership agreement with the Ministry of Information of Oman.