RIYADH: Saudi-built space systems are moving beyond data collection to play a direct role in operational decision-making, particularly in high-stakes situations like conflict zones and natural disasters, according to one industry executive.
Hassan Al-Johani, vice president of business development at Neo Space Group, spoke on the sidelines of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, which has Arab News as a media partner, about how the company’s technology is used in real-life scenarios.
Al-Johani pointed to disaster management as an example of how integrated space services can directly influence outcomes on the ground.
The company uses high-resolution Earth observation imagery in optical, radio and infrared spectrums, to analyze damage from natural disasters, including flash floods.
He said this information can then be turned into actionable intelligence and shared directly with teams operating in affected areas, allowing them to assess damage to roads and determine the best routes for delivering equipment and emergency aid.
