Islamabad,12 February 2026(News Desk): Pakistan’s space agency, SUPARCO, successfully launched its indigenous PRSC-EO2 (Earth Observation-2) satellite today, marking a significant milestone in the country’s national space program. The satellite was launched via a Chinese launch service provider from the Yangjiang Seashore Launch Centre in the South China Sea, making it Pakistan’s first-ever seaborne satellite launch. The successful liftoff of PRSC-EO2 represents Pakistan’s second indigenous Earth Observation satellite and demonstrates the country’s growing capabilities in satellite design and development. The achievement reflects Pakistan’s continued progress toward greater self-reliance in space technology.
The EO-2 satellite is expected to significantly enhance Pakistan’s earth observation and imaging capabilities. It will provide high-quality data to support national development initiatives, including urban planning, agricultural monitoring, environmental management, and infrastructure development. Officials stated that the satellite will play a vital role in governance, disaster management, and strategic planning by ensuring improved continuity, reliability, and accuracy of earth observation data. The addition of EO-2 further expands Pakistan’s satellite fleet, strengthening the country’s ability to monitor natural resources and respond effectively to emerging challenges.
The successful launch underscores SUPARCO’s commitment to advancing Pakistan’s space program and leveraging indigenous technological expertise to support sustainable development and national priorities.