Three Advanced Iran Remote Sensing Satellites to Boost National Space Program
Iran is set to unveil three cutting-edge, indigenous satellites, significantly enhancing its capabilities in space technology. The satellites – two upgraded remote sensing satellites, Pars-1 and Pars-2, and the Navak communications satellite – will be showcased on National Space Technology Day. The event will take place at the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology in Tehran, with key government officials in attendance, including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh.
The Pars-1 remote sensing satellite has been significantly upgraded, while Pars-2, a more advanced model, offers exceptional imaging capabilities, including 8-meter resolution color imagery and 4-meter resolution black and white images.
These advancements reinforce Iran’s ability to monitor and assess environmental conditions, which are crucial for various national and regional projects. The unveiling ceremony will be complemented by an exhibition highlighting the nation’s achievements in aerospace technology.
As a part of the event, Iran’s space agency also plans to launch the Navak communications satellite, which will improve telecommunications in higher altitudes. This satellite will be tested in an elongated elliptical orbit, marking a significant milestone in Iran’s ongoing space program. The Iranian Space Agency (ISA) has set ambitious plans for future space missions, including 25 satellites currently under construction, with two launches planned by March 2025.
Despite ongoing Western sanctions, Iran has made remarkable strides in developing remote sensing satellites and expanding its space exploration capabilities. Iran is now one of the top 10 countries with the technology to build and launch satellites. In addition, the successful launch of the Nour-3 imaging satellite in September 2024 and the Mahda research satellite earlier in the year have demonstrated the country’s growing proficiency in space missions.
The country’s space program highlights Iran’s commitment to strengthening its remote-sensing and communication infrastructures. With eight domestically developed satellites ready for launch, Iran continues to expand its presence in space.
source: Tabnak
