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Welcome to the AzurX Knowledge Hub — your gateway to strategic intelligence at the intersection of space, policy, and investment. Curated for decision-makers, innovators, and institutional partners, the Knowledge Hub features expert-led, original AzurX reports, strategic market analyses, and regional insights on the rapidly evolving space landscape in the Middle East and emerging space economies.
ARTICLES BY AZURX GLOBAL EXPERT NETWORK
Global Space Economy 2026: The Gulf Countries Head to Space
Published 6 Jan 2026
Kevin M. O'Connell
Gulf nations, especially the UAE and Saudi Arabia, are accelerating space investments for prestige, economic diversification, and strategic autonomy. Fueled by public visions and private capital, regional capabilities, partnerships, and commercial ventures are expanding. As global space competition grows, the Gulf emerges as an active space economy player, attracting investment, technology, and international cooperation.
Orbit Intelligence: Building the UAE’s Space Security Information Infrastructure
Published 13 Nov 2025
Dr. Rebecca Connolly
As outer space becomes increasingly militarised, space situational awareness (SSA) has become essential for national defence. The UAE is developing sovereign SSA capabilities through national monitoring systems, international data-sharing agreements, and leadership at the UN. These efforts strengthen its resilience, enhance deterrence, and position the UAE as a global space security leader.
THE SPACE PAPER TRILOGY
National Security Space Trends in the GCC:
A Guide for Industry
An AzurX White Paper
This inaugural white paper explores how Gulf nations are reshaping their national security strategies through space. With growing investment in dual-use space capabilities, the GCC is emerging as a critical market for satellite communications, Earth observation, and early warning systems. The paper offers a practical guide for industry leaders and strategic partners looking to align with the region’s evolving national security space and localization priorities.
REPORT COMING SOON
The Rise of Sovereign Space Systems in Emerging Markets:
A Guide for Industry
An AzurX White Paper
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REPORT COMING SOON
Next-Generation Space Capabilities in Emerging Markets: Trends and Projections
An AzurX White Paper
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