NorthStar to enhance the safety and sustainability of Space42’s space operations

A commercial collaboration to lead the way for the responsible use of space

Nov 12, 2025, Luxembourg – NorthStar Earth and Space S.à r.l., NorthStar, a world leader in commercial space situational awareness (SSA) will collaborate with Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, to utilize its newly advanced Collision Avoidance Services within Space42’s satellite fleet management system. The collaboration promotes sustainable space operations and supports the development of a more reliable space traffic management framework.

Space42 strives to ensure satellite safety by performing the Space debris conjunction analysis more efficiently. Hence, Space42 will evaluate NorthStar’s satellite conjunction analysis services, with the aim to enhance space traffic management.

“At Space42, we continue to build on our legacy in Space Situational Awareness. The collaboration with Northstar promotes long-term operational sustainability across both LEO and GEO missions” said Adnan Al Mheiri, Chief Technology Officer of Space Services at Space42.

Space42 is an AI-powered Space-Tech company that provides innovative space services and smart solutions to customers worldwide, integrating satellite communications, geospatial insights, and artificial intelligence capabilities. Its space assets are located from LEO to GEO regimes across multiple orbits.

“NorthStar is very honoured to be working with Space42 as both firms are committed to the advancement of satellite safety services that will lead to a more sustainable space environment,” said Stewart Bain, Founder and CEO of NorthStar. “Luxembourg, through LuxImpulse, has played a pivotal role to realize this commercial service and NorthStar is looking forward to onboarding other forward leaning commercial space operators.”

NorthStar is a provider of Space Information and Intelligence (Si²), providing commercial space-based SSA monitoring and analytic services to enhance the safety and sustainability of near-Earth space operations.

About Space 42

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Formed in 2024 by the successful merger of Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42’s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities. Space42 comprises two business units: Space Services and Smart Solutions. Space Services focuses on upstream satellite operations for both fixed and mobility satellite services. Smart Solutions integrates geospatial data acquisition and processing with AI to inform decision-making, enhance situational awareness, and improve operational efficiency. Major shareholders include G42, Mubadala, and IHC.

For more information, visit: www.space42.ai; follow us on X: @space42ai

About NorthStar Earth & Space

NorthStar Earth & Space s.à r.l., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), provides commercial Space Situational Awareness (SSA) services to ensure satellite safety throughout the entire mission lifecycle, from launch to de-orbit. From Luxembourg, the company also delivers Space Domain Awareness (SDA) services in support of sovereign defence organisations in North America, Europe, and the Pacific, contributing to the protection of critical space infrastructure.

The Luxembourg team, comprised of European experts in astrodynamics, data science, and software development, is focused on addressing both European and international opportunities. NorthStar is positioned to play a leading role in advancing space safety, security, and sustainability on a global scale.

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