The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced the successful deployment of Pakistan’s second indigenous Electro-Optical Satellite, EO-2. The satellite was launched into orbit from China’s Yangjiang Sea Launch Center (YSLC).
SUPARCO stated that EO-2 was designed, developed, and integrated entirely in Pakistan at the Satellite Research and Development Center (SRDC), relying on indigenous research and systems engineering capabilities.
EO-2 has been engineered to operate in coordination with the already active EO-1 satellite. It can observe the Earth under varying light conditions, enabling more accurate interpretation of land features and improved detection of environmental changes. Operating together, EO-1 and EO-2 are expected to enhance imaging continuity and analytical precision at the national level.
With EO-2 now in orbit, Pakistan’s Earth observation satellite fleet has been further strengthened, expanding the availability of critical data for national applications. The mission also supports applied research, the development of skilled personnel, and the gradual growth of domestic space infrastructure.
These satellites are intended to assist in national planning, governance, and efficient resource management, aligning with Pakistan’s broader development priorities.
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