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Driven by the National Space Strategy 2030, the UAE's space sector is rapidly expanding,
achieving a 40% increase in space service and application contracts in 2020, alongside growth in
related education and training. SATExpo is projected to support this advancing market by shaping
the future of space and satellite services in the MEASA region.

The exhibition, held concurrently with CABSAT, features the launch of the ‘Innovation Capsule’, a
bespoke concierge programme that will offer private briefings and B2B meetings, to help establish
MOU and partnerships. An exclusive private lounge creates a space of relaxed networking and
dialogue.

SATExpo also brings from CABSAT the SATExpo Summit, which will convene global space industry
leaders for two days of high-level discussions and features a powerhouse roster of space sector
leaders, including key figures from government and state-linked entities. After an opening address
by Amer AlSayegh, Assistant Director General for Aerospace Engineering Sector at Mohammed Bin
Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC); Majid AlNaimi, Executive Director of Satellite Projects at Es’hailSat
(Qatar’s state-owned satellite operator), will headline a panel on the ‘Private Sector’s Role in the
New Space Economy,’ spotlighting Qatar’s strategic investments in satellite infrastructure. He joins
Prof. Sherif Sedky, CEO of the Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA), who leads a fireside chat on
empowering SMEs through agency initiatives.

On Day 1, sessions will explore the private sector’s role in the new space economy, the shift
toward smaller, smarter satellites, and how satellite tech can enable safer, more sustainable cities,
featuring speakers from the UAE Space Agency, S4 GmbH, and Astroscale Japan. Day 2 will focus
on AI-driven satellite data applications, strategies for technology localisation, and the growing
influence of women in space leadership, with key insights from Rivada Group, SpaceData Inc., and
the Egyptian Space Agency, setting the stage for the next era of space innovation.

The UAE’s strategic investments in space, forward-thinking policies, and advanced infrastructure
have cemented its role as a global space leader. Premier events like SATExpo will amplify this
position, drawing international attention and fostering industry collaboration. Backed by a legacy of
high-impact programmes, the expo will drive policy innovation and shape the future of the space
economy.

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.

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