Galileo relies on ground-based uplink stations (ULS) to maintain accurate positioning for users worldwide. These stations transmit essential data to the satellites, including the information required to compute the satellites’ orbits and clock corrections. Traditionally, such messages are sent using dish antennas. However, a new type of ground uplink antenna – a phased array antenna …

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries said Wednesday they will launch an additional Michibiki positioning satellite aboard an H3 rocket on Dec. 7.

The launch is scheduled to take place between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture.

The Michibiki satellite system serves as the Japanese …

NSG Geospatial Services, owned by Neo Space Group (NSG), a PIF Company, announced the launch of its innovative geospatial platform, “NeoMaps”. This launch underscores the company’s role in supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to develop geospatial capabilities and enhance digital sovereignty in this vital sector, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s leading position in the geospatial economy at …

Japan model inspires India’s spatial policy for urban planning
The new National Spatial Policy envisions 20-year urban blueprints, regional planning blocks, and transit-led growth to curb haphazard expansion and boost liveability across Indian cities. The three tiers will have proper policy frameworks. Taking a leaf out …

The analysis performed in this report is solely his work and own opinion. State Program: U.S.A (G); EU (E); China (C) “Only MEO- SECM satellites”; Russia (R); Japan (J); India (I)

Narayan Dhital

Actively involved to support international collaboration in GNSS related activities. He has regularly supported and contributed to different workshops of the International Committee on …