Developed by SUPARCO, the EO-2 is expected to enhance the country’s Earth observation capabilities.
Image of the rocket carrying the SUPARCO PRSC-EO2 satellite. SOURCE: STRATCOM OFFICE AT X
Pakistan marked a major milestone in its space program on Thursday with the successful launch of its second indigenous Earth observation satellite (EO-2) from China’s Yangjiang Coast Launch Center.
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 images for critical applications such as national development planning, natural resource management and environmental monitoring.
Alhumdulillah, Pakistani satellite PRSC-EO2 of SUPARCO 🇵🇰 has been successfully launched into orbit today. All launch parameters were optimal. The satellite is currently in its planned stable orbit. pic.twitter.com/iEATbFarfD
— The STRATCOM Office (@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 and emphasized that the addition of EO-2 to Pakistan’s satellite fleet will improve data continuity, coverage and accuracy.
The successful development and launch of EO-2 underlines Pakistan’s growing technical expertise and self-reliance in advanced satellite technology, marking a key step in the country’s space journey.
