The UAE Space Agency showcased two of its most anticipated deep space projects at Dubai Airshow 2025, giving visitors a close-up look at demo models of the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, the country’s long-term deep space exploration project and Satellite 813, the Arab world’s first collaborative satellite mission. Displayed at Dubai World Central from November 17 to 21, the models drew strong interest from students, aviation professionals, and space enthusiasts as the UAE continued to highlight its growing role in regional and global space exploration.
Satellite 813, the Arab world’s first joint satellite project, was among the stand’s main attractions. Developed by engineers from multiple Arab countries at UAE facilities, the satellite is designed to support climate, environmental, and agricultural monitoring through hyperspectral and panchromatic imaging.
Besides the 813 display, visitors were drawn to the demo of the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA). The UAE’s spacecraft, the MBR Explorer, will travel an estimated five billion kilometres across the inner solar system before entering the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
Scheduled for launch in 2028, the mission will last eight years. The probe will conduct close flybys of seven asteroids, each chosen for its scientific value. A representative at the stand explained the final phase of the mission. The mission aims to study the composition of water-rich asteroids, examine early solar system material, and support research that may one day contribute to future resource use or commercial activity in deep space. It also marks a significant step in expanding the UAE private sector's involvement in space engineering and mission design.
A proud milestone for Ultratec 3D Printing at dubai_airshow_official 2025🎉🎊
Presenting the impeccably crafted 3D-printed model of UAE’s Satellite 🛰️ — a symbol of regional collaboration, innovation, and the nation’s growing footprint in space exploration. Alongside it, the newly unveiled asteroid mission model marks a bold step toward the UAE’s deep-space ambitions. From concept to precision engineering, every detail of these models was brought to life in our facility—crafted to represent the vision, science, and future that the UAE is building beyond our skies.
We are honoured that this work received recognition and coverage from both local and international media, showcasing the power of advanced manufacturing and the role 3D printing plays in shaping tomorrow’s missions.
History shaped in the making.
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