Muscat:Omani company "ETCO Space" and British company "Open Cosmos" have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at developing satellite technologies and Earth observation capabilities. The collaboration seeks to enhance geospatial solutions and implement knowledge transfer and capacity-building programs.
According to Oman News Agency, the agreement was signed by Dr. Abdulaziz Amer Al Sawaai, Chief Executive Officer of "ETCO Space," and Jordi Barrera, Chief Technology Officer of "Open Cosmos." The partnership is part of strengthening strategic relationships between companies in Oman and the United Kingdom, focusing on the space sector and advanced technologies.
The CEO of "ETCO Space" emphasized the importance of this partnership, which aligns with the existing collaboration between technical sectors in both countries. The agreement aims to enhance observation capabilities using high-quality space imagery and to develop programs for knowledge transfer and technical capability building.
Dr. Abdulaziz Amer Al Sawaai stated that the company plans to improve its Earth observation capabilities for coastal monitoring, environmental pollution in territorial waters, and the security, defense, energy, and minerals sectors. The agreement is expected to expand cooperation areas and advance the use of satellite technologies and geospatial data, supporting the growth of the space sector in Oman.