ST Engineering has outlined the next stage of its space programme at the Space Summit@Singapore Airshow 2026, revealing plans to design and develop satellites in Singapore over the coming years while introducing new geospatial solutions powered by advanced technologies. The initiatives mark new milestones for Singapore’s growing space industry.
A key focus of the programme is the development of NEBULA, Singapore’s first pathfinder demonstrator for advanced inter-satellite laser communications, which is targeted for delivery in the second half of 2026. The system will be used to test gigabit-per-second data transfer, laying the groundwork for ultra-fast space networks that support global broadband connectivity, Earth observation and secure data exchange.
ST Engineering also confirmed plans to launch four new Synthetic Aperture Radar satellites under the NeuSAR-2 Constellation by 2030, with the first satellite expected to enter orbit in 2027. Operating in near-equatorial low Earth orbit, the fully deployed constellation will deliver high-revisit, high-resolution imaging across the equatorial region, supporting applications such as environmental monitoring and disaster response planning.
In parallel, the company will begin research and development on POLARIS, a next-generation optical imaging satellite designed for real-time Earth observation. The satellite will incorporate advanced capabilities, including onboard artificial intelligence processing.
Low Jin Phang, Chief Operating Officer for Defence & Public Security, and President for Digital Systems, ST Engineering, said: “Our space programme is founded on proven engineering excellence and technical innovation, enabling us to develop more advanced SAR and optical imaging satellites in Singapore for a wide range of missions. In addition, our innovative satellite systems and geospatial solutions unveiled today at Space Summit 2026 leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to solve real-world problems for customers worldwide.”
During the summit, ST Engineering also showcased new geospatial solutions that integrate advanced technologies. These include MiNERVA HUB, a space situational awareness platform that combines space object tracking, conjunction risk analysis and space weather forecasting to support proactive space traffic management and reduce collision risks. Another solution, Earthsurance, is an assessment and monitoring platform designed to support initiatives aimed at cutting emissions from deforestation and forest degradation.
With more than two decades of experience, ST Engineering’s satellite business has played a leading role in Singapore’s space ecosystem, advancing Earth observation technologies and transforming geospatial data into actionable insights for sectors such as agriculture, maritime safety, environmental monitoring and disaster management. The company has also worked closely with local start-ups and SMEs to strengthen Singapore’s indigenous space engineering capabilities. Recently, the group was selected to design and deliver an Earth observation SAR satellite and mission control infrastructure for a customer in the UAE, highlighting its established leadership in space technology.
At Singapore Airshow 2026, ST Engineering is presenting its space technology showcase at Space Summit 2026 at booth B02, alongside the broader ST Engineering Pavilion at booth G01 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, where the group is highlighting its multidisciplinary expertise and technology leadership across air, land, sea, digital and emerging domains.
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