The launch of a UAE-built hybrid rocket over the Abu Dhabi desert demonstrates that the UAE can develop its own systems, say researchers. Photo: Technology Innovation Institute

'Defining moment': UAE test-launches first hybrid rocket

Rocket soars to 3km above the desert before deploying parachute

UAE

Abu Dhabi businessman raised in Soviet space town on mission to launch rockets in UAE

Space

UAE deserts help Abu Dhabi scientists better understand Mars

UAE

Abu Dhabi reaches for stars with factory that can build 50 satellites a year

Space

Lift-off for Dubai space academy helping star pupils set sights on Mars

UAE

Trump again nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead Nasa

Space

Momentum building for UAE attempt to land on far side of the Moon

Space
A SpaceX rocket carries Space42's SAR satellites into orbit. Photo: Space42

UAE launches satellites that can 'see through clouds' to boost disaster response

Space42 now has five advanced satellites in orbit

Space

UAE space platform to bring satellites within reach of students and start-ups

Space

The year's largest supermoon to be visible in UAE on Wednesday

Space

Orionids meteor shower to light up UAE skies on Tuesday night

Space

Thuraya-1: UAE marks 25 years since launch of its first satellite

Space

UAE lining up new satellite internet system after Red Sea cable disruption

Space

Arab world's first joint satellite a step closer to lift-off

Space
Thuraya, the satellite-based mobile phone company in Abu Dhabi, sent Thuraya-1 into orbit, carried by a rocket fired from a Pacific Ocean platform on October 21, 2000. Photo: Thuraya Telecoms
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Thuraya-1: UAE marks 25 years since launch of its first satellite

From a single communications satellite to interplanetary missions, the Emirates has transformed into a rising space power

Space

UAE lining up new satellite internet system after Red Sea cable disruption

Space

Arab world's first joint satellite a step closer to lift-off

Space

Abu Dhabi researchers test-fire rocket engine for future Mars missions

UAE

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