mu Space Completes Delivery of Advanced Meta-Surface Patch Antenna to GISTDA at National AIT Center
On April 3, 2025, mu Space Corp successfully delivered its advanced meta-surface patch antenna to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) at the National Satellite Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) Center in Si Racha, Chon Buri, Thailand. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the development of locally made satellite components, underlining the country’s growing capabilities in the space sector.
The delivery follows a collaboration agreement between mu Space and GISTDA to co-develop next-generation satellite antennas for future space missions. This antenna, previously tested at the Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering (TGGS), demonstrates both technical readiness and commercial potential, showing that high-performance components can be designed, tested, and manufactured within Thailand.
Strengthening Domestic Capabilities and Market Prospects
The successful delivery of the meta-surface patch antenna is a testament to the potential of Thailand’s burgeoning space industry. This collaboration between mu Space and GISTDA not only showcases the technical capabilities of Thai enterprises but also sets the stage for future partnerships in satellite component development. Such alliances are pivotal in fostering a robust domestic supply chain, reducing reliance on foreign technologies, and positioning Thailand as a competitive player in the global space market.
Moreover, the global space industry has witnessed exponential growth, with its valuation soaring from approximately $276 billion in 2010 to an estimated $660 billion in 2023. Projections indicate that this figure could reach $1.8 trillion by 2035. By investing in indigenous space technologies and fostering collaborations like that of mu Space and GISTDA, Thailand is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on this expanding market, offering avenues for economic growth, technological advancement, and international collaboration.
Pushing Forward the Thai Space Ecosystem
This achievement is more than just a technical success; it reflects the broader potential for Thailand’s growing space industry to develop local satellite components and emerge as a competitive force in global markets. As the country continues to enhance its manufacturing and testing capabilities, strategic partnerships such as the one between mu Space and GISTDA will open up new opportunities for innovation, market expansion, and technology transfer.
mu Space remains committed to working alongside leading institutions like GISTDA to strengthen Thailand’s space ecosystem and advance the development of cutting-edge space technologies designed and engineered to meet global standards and compete on the world stage.
