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Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has successfully launched its second domestically developed Electro-Optical satellite (EO-2) from the Yangjiang Seashore Launch Center (YSLC) in China.
In a statement issued on Thursday, SUPARCO highlighted this achievement as a significant step forward in Pakistan’s satellite technology capabilities and the ongoing growth of its national space program.
The EO-2 satellite was designed, built, and integrated entirely within Pakistan at SUPARCO’s Satellite Research and Development Centre (SRDC). This in-house development underscores Pakistan’s expanding expertise in satellite engineering, payload integration, testing, and mission deployment.
The agency explained that EO-2 works in tandem with the earlier launched EO-1 satellite. It captures imagery of Earth under various lighting conditions, which enhances the accuracy of surface analysis and change detection. This improved operational capacity provides more continuous and precise data for national use.
Adding EO-2 to the existing satellite fleet boosts Pakistan’s Earth observation capabilities, making more data available for sustained application in various sectors. The mission emphasizes SUPARCO’s dedication to applied research, developing skilled personnel, and expanding Pakistan’s indigenous space infrastructure.
Ultimately, this effort aligns with the country’s goal of establishing reliable, domestically made space systems that directly support planning, governance, and resource management.
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