Oman Lens is preparing to launch a new earth observation satellite in early 2026, a mission that will expand the nation’s capabilities in space technology. Equipped with a 50-cm panchromatic camera and multispectral imaging sensors including RGB and near-infrared (NIR), the satellite will also feature an artificial intelligence platform capable of executing more than 400tn operations per second, according to a report by Muscat Daily.
The satellite is designed to support critical applications ranging from flood prediction and urban planning to road development and vegetation monitoring. It builds on the success of Oman Lens’ first satellite, OL1, launched in November 2024, which delivered one-meter resolution imagery. The upcoming mission aims to combine higher-resolution imaging with AI-driven data analysis to enhance the monitoring of environmental and urban changes.
The announcement was made during a signing ceremony where Oman Lens confirmed agreements with Oman Chromite Company, Ankaa Space and Technologies and authorised resellers including Mustafa Sultan Telecommunications, GIS HUB, and Bedrock Mineral Resource Consulting.
Working with Star Vision Space and the Bahrain Space Agency, Oman Lens has also developed an onboard processing algorithm that can distinguish between cloud cover and the Earth’s surface. This innovation is expected to improve the accuracy of natural resource management and environmental monitoring across the Middle East and North Africa.
“This is a historic moment in Oman’s journey into space, reinforcing its regional leadership in space technology,” said Ali bin Nasser al Wahaibi, Director of Marketing and Sales at Oman Lens. He stressed that the mission highlights the company’s commitment to developing national talent, advancing artificial intelligence, and delivering remote sensing solutions that support social, environmental, and economic progress.
Wadha al Jumaidi, Director of Administrative Affairs at Oman Lens, noted that OL1 is already registered under Oman’s name with the International Telecommunication Union, and confirmed that the new satellite will operate in the same field with greater efficiency and resolution.
The initiative is aligned with Oman Vision 2040, the country’s long-term strategy to foster innovation and technological growth, with the ultimate aim of positioning the sultanate as a regional hub for space and AI-powered solutions. SatelliteProMe.com
