What is the Omani space project?

The Omani space project intends to provide long-lasting benefits and unlock new horizons for the next generation of world space explorers and innovators in the space sector, while investing in national talent that will build a promising future for Oman.

Why is Oman a good place to launch a spacecraft?

When equipped with a launch complex of international standards, the Sultanate is in a regionally exclusive position to offer the growing global space launch market a new route to space. Due to its latitude, Etlaq spaceport in Oman has the second highest m/s launch velocity compared to the top five most utilized launch sites in the world.

What is Oman Vision 2040?

Corresponding with Oman Vision 2040, the Sultanate of Oman is emerging in the list of space-faring nations with its ambitious satellite launch endeavours. With a milestone collaboration and framework agreement signed by five consortium members, the country is all set to create history with its first satellite launch.

What does Omantel do?

Omantel is a Sultanate of Oman’s first and leading integrated telecommunications services provider, enabling the digital society to flourish, allowing new ways of doing business while delivering a world of information and entertainment right to customers’ fingertips. Its focuses on three key areas: digital inclusion, responsibility and innovation.