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5/15/25, 11:11 AM SATExpo’s second day highlights AI integration and future of satellite innovations
7/8 West orbital position. Attendees will also be able to explore our fully scalable, end-to-end IoT connectivity solutions, designed to empower smart
operations across diverse sectors.”

Driving forward discussion and collaboration within the industry, SATExpo Middle East Summit 2025 has convened international leaders in satellite
and space for the two days of high-level dialogues and collaborative innovations.

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The event’s inaugural day ignited dynamic discussions on the seismic shifts transforming the space economy, featuring insights from industry titans
like Axiom Space (USA), Es’hailsat (Qatar), FADA (UAE), S4 GmbH (Germany), and Astroscale (Japan). Sessions explored critical frontiers—from the
private sector’s expanding role in space commercialization to the revolution of compact, AI-powered satellites and their pivotal role in building smarter,
safer cities. Visionary keynotes captivated audiences, including Prof. Dr. Klaus Schilling’s breakthrough perspectives on Earth observation and
interplanetary missions.

The event’s second day was filled with transformative content, spotlighting AI’s revolutionary role in satellite data, the critical push for localised space
technologies, and the meteoric rise of women shaping the cosmos. Industry pioneers like Rivada Space Networks (UK), OrbitWorks (UAE), Kuwait
Maps CIS, SpaceData Inc. (Japan), and Saudi Arabia’s NeoSpace Group ignited debates on next-generation innovation—from machine learning-
powered Earth observation to sovereign space capabilities.

The day wrapped up with Prof. Sherif Sedky, CEO of Egypt’s Space Agency and UN COPUOS Chair, giving a fireside chat where he unveiled bold
strategies for empowering SMEs through space agencies while dismantling barriers to create an inclusive, globally collaborative space economy—
proving the Middle East is writing the playbook for 21st-century space leadership.

While Prof. Sedky charted the socioeconomic future of space exploration, Aya Iwamoto of Astroscale brought the discussion back to its physical
foundation - the urgent need to preserve Earth's orbital environment. As regional leaders reimagine space's potential, global innovators like Astroscale
are tackling the practical challenges that could make or break humanity's cosmic ambitions.

Aya Iwamoto, Vice President, Strategy and Policy at Astroscale, said: “In today’s rapidly evolving space sector, ensuring the long-term sustainability of
Earth’s orbit has become one of the key priorities. At Astroscale, we are developing cutting-edge technologies for space debris removal. Our latest
mission, which has successfully completed proximity operations and debris inspections, increases the opportunities to mitigate challenges posed by
surging space debris. We aim to innovate solutions that can shape a safer, more responsible approach to space operations globally and preserve
orbital access for future generations.”

The show, which will run until May 15, 2024, organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), also introduced a range of new product
announcements. These included:

Space Norway’s THOR 8 – Next-gen multi-mission connectivity orbit delivering enhanced capacity and global coverage
Shenzhen Elebao Technology’s GX1 Streamer – High-performance media streaming device co-developed with Realtek
Coxsat Technology’s Ku-band LEO TDD SATCOM Terminal – Optimised for 500–1200 km satellite operations
AI Dial Tone Trading’s Upgraded Starlink Connectivity – Enhanced satellite internet service
Northtelecom LLC’s NT Global Hybrid Connectivity – Revolutionary GEO/LEO/L-Band/5G integrated solution
Lyrasense GmbH’s LYRASENSE Platform – No-code AI agent for geospatial intelligence (satellite/aerial/IoT data fusion)

SATExpo Middle East concludes on Thursday, 15 May. More information is available here: https://satexpome.com/

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