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5/12/25, 11:35 AM First-ever edition of SATExpo Middle East to spotlight innovations shaping global space and satellite industry
This vision is powered by DWTC, the world’s leading tech event organiser. With a 30-year legacy
through CABSAT, GITEX, and AIE, DWTC is a catalyst for regional sector growth, reinforcing Dubai’s
status as a global hub for trade and innovation.

Alex Nicholl, Vice President, New Industries, the Dubai World Trade Centre, said: “As a dynamic

platform convening experts and leaders from around the globe, SATExpo Middle East will be a pivotal
milestone for the global space community. The plan to launch the ‘Innovation Capsule’ at the event
highlights the platform’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of space entrepreneurs. We are
pleased to benefit from this event feature, which empowers startups and facilitates our collaboration in

shaping the global space sector.”

This sentiment is echoed by exhibitors, who see SATExpo as a launchpad for innovation and business
growth.

Andre Hajjar, CEO of Dubai-based company AI Pro, an exhibitor at the event, said: “We look forward to
being a part of SATExpo, where we will showcase our specialised satellite design and testing solutions

with our partner, Siemens — offering attendees best-in-class qualification, design, and test systems for
space.”

“Our aim is to support organisations across the MENA region with reliable and advanced tools to meet
their testing requirements - while accelerating innovation and ensuring components comply with the

highest global standards,” he added.

About SATExpo:

A meticulously crafted exhibition to boost investment, forge global partnerships, and drive the exchange
of innovative satellite technologies, thereby energising the growth and dynamism of the space economy
in burgeoning markets.

Colocated with CABSAT, this event harnesses synergies between satellite communication, satellite

services, broadcast, and digital media industries, offering a comprehensive platform for cross-sector
collaboration in space technology innovation. In addition to highlighting the most important aspects of
the space economy, the exhibition also features a buyers’ programme; an innovation capsule for start-
ups; a carefully curated conference; a summit discussing regulation and investment, as well as a

strategic networking forum.

About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC):

A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s
leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting
people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of

international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector leading mega events. As a designated free

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