Iranian Space Agency’s head, Hassan Salarieh, announced a major milestone during the World Space Week: the launch of Iran’s first geostationary satellite, Pajouhesh 3, achieved through collaboration with knowledge-based companies. Salarieh highlighted the agency’s two-decade journey, from simple communication satellites to advanced ones like Pars, with private sector participation key to success. The upcoming launch of Kosar satellite in partnership with private companies and the Martyr Soleimani IoT satellite constellation were also mentioned.
Salarieh emphasized the importance of Pajouhesh 3, a communications satellite designed for testing receivers and transmitters. The tender for its development will be completed this year, with construction expected to take one to one-and-a-half years. Additionally, the agency is planning the launch of Saman orbital transfer block and three remote sensing satellites, showcasing Iran’s rapid progress in space technology.
The Chabahar Space Center’s launch later this year marks another significant step in Iran’s space development, underlining the country’s commitment to advancing its space industry.
Iranian Space Agency’s head, Hassan Salarieh, announced a major milestone during the World Space Week: the launch of Iran’s first geostationary satellite, Pajouhesh 3, achieved through collaboration with knowledge-based companies. Salarieh highlighted the agency’s two-decade journey, from simple communication satellites to advanced ones like Pars, with private sector participation key to success. The upcoming launch of Kosar satellite in partnership with private companies and the Martyr Soleimani IoT satellite constellation were also mentioned.
Salarieh emphasized the importance of Pajouhesh 3, a communications satellite designed for testing receivers and transmitters. The tender for its development will be completed this year, with construction expected to take one to one-and-a-half years. Additionally, the agency is planning the launch of Saman orbital transfer block and three remote sensing satellites, showcasing Iran’s rapid progress in space technology.
The Chabahar Space Center’s launch later this year marks another significant step in Iran’s space development, underlining the country’s commitment to advancing its space industry.