Developed by SUPARCO, EO-2 is expected to enhance country’s earth observation capabilities
Image of the rocket carrying the SUPARCO PRSC-EO2 satellite. SOURCE: STRATCOM BUREAU ON X
Pakistan marked a significant milestone in its space programme on Thursday with the successful launch of its second indigenous Earth Observation Satellite (EO-2) from China’s Yangjiang Seashore Launch Centre.
Developed by the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), the EO-2 satellite is expected to enhance Pakistan’s earth observation capabilities, providing high-resolution imagery for critical applications such as national development planning, natural resource management, and environmental monitoring.
Alhumdulillah, the Pakistani PRSC-EO2 satellite of SUPARCO đŸ‡µđŸ‡° has successfully been launched into orbit today. All launch parameters were optimal. Satellite is currently in it’s intended, stable orbit. pic.twitter.com/iEATbFarfD
— The STRATCOM Bureau (@OSPSF) February 12, 2026
The satellite will also support urban expansion efforts, disaster management, climate analysis, and strategic decision-making.
SUPARCO officials hailed the launch as a major achievement, emphasising that EO-2’s addition to Pakistan’s satellite fleet will improve data continuity, coverage, and precision.
The successful development and launch of EO-2 underline Pakistan’s growing technical expertise and self-reliance in advanced satellite technology, marking a key step in the country’s space journey.
