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University of Portsmouth and SARsatX developing Earth observation mission concept with Saudi Space Agency support
- Portsmouth and SARsatX are jointly designing a climate-focused Earth observation mission with Saudi Space Agency support.
- The project is funded by the UK Gulf Strategy Fund to enable joint UK-Saudi research and design.
- A concurrent design approach will guide mission concept work by UK and Saudi teams.
- Academic partners include Portsmouth, Surrey, and UCL, with UK space SMEs helping shape the program.
- Workshops and reciprocal visits will refine the mission concept over the coming months.
- The collaboration aims to deliver a long-term roadmap for future joint research and training.
- Leaders emphasize international cooperation to advance space and address global environmental challenges.
- Saudi partners view the alliance as strengthening national space capabilities and talent development.
- The project aligns with Saudi efforts to grow its space ecosystem and UK aims for broader international partnerships.
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