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The spacecraft will form part of the Martyr Soleimani satellite constellation, supporting communications, remote sensing and land-resource management
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Iran plans to launch three satellites from the Martyr Soleimani constellation in a single mission before the end of the current Persian year, the country’s Minister of Information and Communications Technology Sattar Hashemi said. This was reported by Mehr News Agency, a TV BRICS partner.
"The Martyr Soleimani constellation consists of 18 operational satellites and six reserve satellites, 24 satellites in total," noted Sattar Hashemi.
According to the minister, space technologies are becoming increasingly important for telecommunications, remote sensing and land-resource management. Low Earth orbit (LEO) systems and Earth-observation capabilities are being developed to strengthen the use of space-based services across these areas.
Hashemi also highlighted the strategic importance of the sector for the Iranian government. He pointed to efforts to integrate satellite data into public administration and improve the monitoring of natural resources.
Cooperation with the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade is focused on applying space-based technologies to the management of water bodies and natural resources. The government is also exploring investment in these areas. According to Hashemi, the use of space-based data can improve land administration and contribute to resolving issues related to land use and property.
The upcoming mission is part of Iran’s broader efforts to expand the use of space technologies in national development. The Martyr Soleimani programme is intended to provide reliable communications and support a range of civilian applications.
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