Space

The rivalry between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, two of the world’s richest men, is reaching new heights, as SpaceX prepares to launch its latest iteration of the Starship rocket on Thursday, following Blue Origin’s landmark orbital success with its New Glenn rocket. The towering Starship, heralded as the largest and most powerful launch vehicle […]

Thailand is positioning itself to become ASEAN’s first spaceport, aiming to play a pivotal role in the burgeoning space industry. Thanapant Raicharoen, a commissioner at the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), has highlighted the opportunity for the country to establish itself as a key player in space exploration and satellite development. According to Thanapant, […]

In a rare celestial spectacle, the Thai National Observatory (TNO) atop Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest peak, opens its doors to enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to delve into the world of cutting-edge astronomical technology. The event, occurring only twice a year, invites participants to experience the marvels of a telescope with a staggering diameter of 2.4 […]

Thailand will be offered chances to witness a series of astronomical events in 2024, beginning with the Micro Full Moon on February 24, coinciding with Makha Bucha Day. According to the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), the calendar includes significant occurrences such as the moon eclipsing Saturn on July 25 and October 15, […]

In a high-stakes test of aerospace innovation, SpaceX, led by entrepreneur Elon Musk, launched its second Starship rocket flight on Saturday, achieving significant milestones despite the mission culminating in a dramatic explosion. The mammoth vehicle, heralded as the world’s most powerful rocket, lifted off from SpaceX’s Texas facility at 8 a.m. ET, embarking on a […]

King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) is poised to embark on a remarkable journey into the realms of space with the imminent launch of its second satellite, aptly named KNACKSAT-2. This groundbreaking announcement underscores KMUTNB’s unwavering commitment to harnessing the wealth of knowledge harbored within its academic walls for tangible applications in the […]

In a significant milestone for Thailand’s space ambitions, the nation’s second earth observation satellite, THEOS-2, soared into the cosmos on October 9th, 2023. The launch, initially scheduled for October 7th, faced a brief setback due to technical issues affecting certain satellite components. Minister of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, Supamas Isarabhakdi, confirmed the successful […]

Bangkok, Thailand – In a significant leap forward for Thailand’s burgeoning space technology and innovation sector, the nation’s second earth observation satellite, aptly named THEOS-2, is poised to embark on its orbital journey on October 7, as announced by Minister of Higher Education Science Research and Innovation, Supamas Isarabhakdi. The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development […]

In a strategic move aimed at harnessing the potential of space-related industries and bolstering economic progress, the government is fast-tracking a comprehensive feasibility study for the establishment of a cutting-edge spaceport. The visionary initiative comes as a part of the nation’s drive to seize the burgeoning opportunities within the space business landscape. Unveiling this significant […]

Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) has partnered with Nanoracks LLC and Mu Space and Advanced Technology Co., Ltd. to send its chicken products into space as part of the Thai Food – Mission to Space program. This groundbreaking project aims to elevate the safety standards of Thai chicken to meet the rigorous […]

On Thursday, SpaceX successfully launched their Starship spacecraft from their launchpad in Boca Chica, Texas. Starship is the largest and most powerful rocket ever built. But the anticipation didn’t last long, as the spacecraft spun out of control and caught fire about four minutes into the test flight. SpaceX had been working with regulators and […]

SpaceX has received clearance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to launch its giant Starship from Texas as early as next week on a first test flight. The long-awaited license was issued on Friday, which means that the Starship, the world’s biggest and most powerful rocket, could take off soon. According to SpaceX, the fully […]

Thailand’s Excellence Center for Space Technology and Research (Ecstar) has announced the appointment of its new chairman, Col Settapong Malisuwan, who will replace Assoc Prof Khomsan Malisee. Col Settapong currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the House Committee on Communications, Telecommunications, Digital Economy and Society, and will now oversee the development of Thailand’s research properties in […]

The expansion of Thaicom into the space economy is a part of a larger movement in Thailand to upgrade infrastructure and digitize the country. Thaicom has begun a new era with its acquisition of orbital slots in the January geostationary satellite auction, its investigation of potential new businesses involving low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellites, and its collaboration […]

As Thai representative, the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), led by Pakorn Apaphant, Ph.D., the Executive Director of GISTDA and team, participated in the CEOS Conference Strategic Implementation Team Technical Workshop 2022, the technical workshop of earth observation satellites participated by global […]

In order to concentrate on developing its own space station, Russia has said that it will stop participating in the International Space Station program after 2024. According to NBC News, Russia has declared it would stop participating in a program that served as a symbol of post-Cold War collaboration by leaving the International Space Station […]