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SpaceX Launches UAE’s Thuraya 4 Satellite into Orbit

Falcon 9 kicks off 2025 with a groundbreaking mission for Emirati innovation.

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SpaceX Launches UAE’s Thuraya 4 Satellite into Orbit

SpaceX began 2025 with a bang, successfully launching the Emirati Thuraya 4 satellite aboard its Falcon 9 rocket from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Friday.

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The mission marks the first of the year for Cape Canaveral after a record-breaking 93 launches in 2024, and 72 in 2023. Thuraya 4, a joint operation between Yahsat, a UAE-based global satellite leader, and Space 42, will elevate global communications technology to new heights.

Positioned in geosynchronous orbit approximately 23,000 miles above Earth, Thuraya 4 is set to revolutionize satellite communications. Yahsat describes it as a next-generation solution designed to deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and security to customers worldwide.

“This launch represents a significant leap for satellite technology, offering cutting-edge and cost-effective communications solutions,” Yahsat stated on its website.

The mission underscores the UAE's growing presence in the global space industry while reaffirming SpaceX’s commitment to advancing innovation in orbit. The successful deployment of Thuraya 4 positions it as a key player in supporting seamless communication networks across the globe.

As SpaceX continues to shatter launch records and partnerships with entities like Yahsat flourish, the collaboration serves as a reminder of the limitless possibilities space exploration and technology hold for the future.

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