Iran Achieves Key Milestones in Space Technology with Simorgh and Saman-1 Launches
According to the Economic Desk of Webangah News Agency, Dr. Hassan Salarieh highlighted Iran’s strategic achievements in space technology during a ceremony at the Ministry of Communications. The Simorgh satellite carrier, capable of injecting payloads weighing several hundred kilograms into low Earth orbit, and the successful launch of Saman-1, the first indigenous orbital transfer block, were identified as key milestones.
Salarieh emphasized the importance of these developments, noting that Simorgh’s capability to deploy satellites weighing 200-300 kilograms aligns with global standards for low-orbit satellites. He also underscored Iran’s growing expertise in nano, micro, and mini-satellites for remote sensing and telecommunications.
Other notable achievements include the successful launch of the Nahid-2 telecommunications satellite in August and the triple launch of Zafar-2, Kowsar, and Payam satellites in December, showcasing collaboration between government, academic, and private sectors. Salarieh stressed the need to strengthen private sector involvement in space technology.
Progress in ground infrastructure, including the Chabahar Spaceport, was also highlighted, with Phase 1 completion enabling future sun-synchronous orbit launches. The development of the private-sector-led ‘Martyr Soleimani’ satellite constellation was announced, with full-scale launches expected next year.
