Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO)
Long March 2C
Monday, August 17, 2026 · 03:02 UTC
Mission
/01Satellite for Earth Observation (SEO) is an Earth observation satellite project of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at the United Arab Emirates University. The SEO mission aims to develop advanced space technologies and represents an ambitious step toward utilizing space technologies to support sustainability and future development, including giving Emirati talent hands-on experiences in various stages of satellite development and operations including ground station facilities, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) capabilities. The mission seeks to provide data and insights that contribute to environmental protection, natural resource management, and enhanced planning and decision-making efficiency.
Mission Type
Orbit
Probability
Status
Vehicle & Pad
/02Rocket
Long March 2C
Variant: C
Launch Pad
Launch Complex 9
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
38.863° N, 111.590° E
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