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As of now, there has been no official confirmation from SpaceX, the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, or Alpha Dhabi regarding this investment. It is worth noting, however, that both the Saudi and UAE governments have previously demonstrated a keen interest in space exploration, with Saudi Arabia launching its first satellite in 2019 and the UAE launching its own Mars mission in 2021.
SpaceX is being considered for investment by investors from Saudi Arabia and the UAE

In a report released by The Information, it was revealed that a unit of Saudi…

Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a UAE-based mobile satellite service operator, has launched a new tactical radio extender over a satellite solution named T-TAC. The product has been developed in collaboration with Cobham Satcom and is aimed at government and enterprise markets. T-TAC is a beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communication solution that enables operators on land, sea, and air to communicate seamlessly.
UAE: Thuraya has introduced a new tactical satellite communication solution

Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a UAE-based mobile satellite service operator, has launched a new tactical radio…

Ispace, a Japanese space exploration company, has announced that the Hakuto-R Mission 1 lander carrying the UAE's Rashid rover has successfully entered lunar orbit. This achievement marks a major milestone for the UAE's long-term lunar exploration program, which aims to position the country as a significant player in the global space exploration community.
The UAE’s Rashid rover has successfully achieved lunar orbit

Ispace, a Japanese space exploration company, has announced that the Hakuto-R Mission 1 lander carrying…

The Saudi Space Commission has announced that it is preparing a manned spaceflight program, with Saudi astronauts set to conduct 14 scientific experiments in space. The program aims to explore and develop various sectors, and the experiments will cover different areas of research, including the brain and nervous system, immune cells, cloud seeding, and educational and awareness-raising initiatives in microgravity environments.
14 space experiments to be conducted by Saudi astronauts

The Saudi Space Commission has announced that it is preparing a manned spaceflight program, with…

NASA's SpaceX Crew-5, which launched from Florida's Cape Canaveral in early October 2022, has successfully completed its five-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The capsule, named "Endurance," carried a crew of four, including Japanese astronaut Koichi Wakata, Russian cosmonaut Anna Kikina, and NASA astronauts Nicole Mann and Josh Cassada. The crew made history as Mann became the first Native American woman to go to space.
NASA SpaceX Crew-5 safely splashes down in the Gulf of Mexico after a 5-month mission

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-5, which launched from Florida’s Cape Canaveral in early October 2022, has successfully…

On March 2nd, UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi embarked on a historic mission aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. AlNeyadi's successful launch marks not only a source of pride for the UAE but for the entire Arab world, as he is the fourth Arab to make it to space, and his mission will be the longest Arab space mission ever.
UAE astronaut joins two other Arabs in space simultaneously for the first time ever!

On March 2nd, UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi embarked on a historic mission aboard SpaceX Falcon…

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced the launch date for the second mission of the UAE Astronaut Programme, which is set to take place no earlier than February 26th, 2023. The mission, named Crew-6, will involve Sultan Al Neyadi and two other astronauts, who will be launched into space aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The UAE has officially announced the launch date for the first long-duration Arab astronaut mission

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced the launch date for the second…

Saudi Arabia will send its first female astronaut, Rayyana Barnawi, on a space mission later this year, according to state media reports. The mission will be in partnership with fellow Saudi astronaut Ali Al-Qarni and will be launched from the United States during the second quarter of 2023. The two astronauts will join the crew of the AX-2 space mission and will be headed to the International Space Station (ISS).
Saudi Arabia plans to send its first female astronaut into space

Saudi Arabia will send its first female astronaut, Rayyana Barnawi, on a space mission later…

According to a tweet by billionaire Elon Musk, SpaceX is considering an attempt at launching its starship rocket system in March. Musk stated that if all ongoing tests are successful, the launch could take place next month.
Elon Musk has announced plans to initiate a starship rocket system in March

According to a tweet by billionaire Elon Musk, SpaceX is considering an attempt at launching…

Governments, aerospace, and defence companies are no longer the only players in the space race. Businesses that seize new opportunities now may benefit from being first to market.
How will the space economy change the world?

Governments, aerospace, and defence companies are no longer the only players in the space race.…