About UzmaSAT-1
Uzma Berhad (“Uzma”), a leading Malaysian energy and technology solutions provider, is thrilled to announce the official unveiling of UzmaSAT-1 at the Uzma Technology Day event held today at Uzma Tower. This historic occasion marks a significant milestone in the advancement of geospatial capabilities in Southeast Asia.
UzmaSAT-1 is a state-of-the-art Earth Observation (EO) satellite developed through a collaboration between Uzma and Satellogic. This partnership aims to evolve the landscape of satellite imagery capabilities and geospatial services in Southeast Asia by leveraging access to high-temporal and high-resolution satellite imagery from the largest commercial EO constellation in orbit. The UzmaSAT-1 Programme represents a transformative leap towards more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable practices across diverse industries.
UzmaSAT-1 features high-temporal and high-spatial resolution, delivering 50cm multispectral data with top industry-level radiometric values and offering frequent and consistent updates with up to 7 daily revisits. UzmaSAT-1 will integrate with a 42-satellite constellation, providing low latency for rapid response, with the capability to task and access satellite imagery in under 6 hours.
With its big data catalyst, UzmaSAT-1 is designed to empower AI and machine learning technologies, transforming spatial analysis with a collection capacity of 350,000 square kilometers. The UzmaSAT-1 program aims to deliver accurate insights and analysis in tropical environments through its tropical precision feature, where UzmaSAT-1 satellite data will undergo Malaysia’s atmospheric data calibration process, ensuring high accuracy in these regions.
UzmaSAT-1’s high-quality multispectral imagery eliminates the need for pansharpening, ensuring users receive pristine data with superior detail. This provides accurate and reliable information for informed decision-making and delivers actionable insights to address specific challenges. The launch of UzmaSAT-1 represents a significant milestone for Uzma. By integrating our satellite within the partner’s constellation, we gain the distinct advantage of not only accessing valuable data but also participating directly in the ongoing development process. This involvement goes beyond simply receiving imagery; it enables close monitoring and fosters deeper collaboration with our partners, resulting in a more robust and mutually beneficial relationship.
About UzmaSAT-1 Technology Day
Uzma’s wholly owned subsidiary, Geospatial AI Sdn. Bhd. (“Geospatial AI”) is spearheading the UzmaSAT-1 Technology Day, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening investor confidence in Uzma’s entry into the space technology sector as a new growth frontier. The event will also serve to raise awareness among clients about theUzmaSAT-1 Programme and its significant benefits, while demonstrating Uzma’s commitment to supporting the government’s MSE 2030 mission. Additionally, the program aspires to inspire public pride in this groundbreaking national achievement.
About Uzma
From pioneering Well Solutions and Production Solutions in the Oil & Gas segment, Uzma is venturing into the frontiers of New Energy, Digital Earth, and Energy Trading within the NonOil & Gas segment. Uzma’s strategic diversification initiatives, such as the Uzma 5YP program, highlight its adaptability and foresight. The company’s diverse offerings are a testament to its innovative approach and vision.
Uzma has experienced a rapid growth trajectory since its inception, driven by a vision to become a leading energy and technology company in Southeast Asia, with a presence across ASEAN markets and a strong track record of revenue and profitability growth, demonstrating its successful expansion and financial health. Uzma is focused on using cutting-edge technology to improve its services, ensuring greater efficiency and costeffectiveness. Uzma’s venture into the space industry aligns with Malaysia’s Space Exploration 2030 goals, supporting national ambitions in space and addressing critical challenges such as food security and environmental sustainability. This move represents a natural progression in Uzma’s diversification strategy, highlighting the company’s commitment to continuous innovation and leadership in advanced technology sectors.
Additionally, it strengthens Uzma’s market position in the Southeast Asian geospatial industry, creating new revenue streams and enhancing service offerings through strategic collaboration with Satellogic.
The space industry is currently valued at USD 385 billion (2020) and is projected to reach USD 1 trillion by 2040. This growth is driven by increased demand for satellite services and diverse applications across various sectors. The industry also sees robust investment, with an average funding of around USD 61.5 million, and employing around 3.5 million workers globally, reflecting strong market potential and investor confidence.
In 2021, Uzma established a subsidiary called Geospatial AI Sdn. Bhd. to drive their commitment to continuous growth and innovation in satellite technology. Uzma also emphasizes sustainability, implementing practices to minimize environmental impact and promote long-term growth.
About Geospatial AI
Through its subsidiary, Geospatial AI Sdn Bhd, Uzma leverages high-resolution satellite imagery to develop innovative geospatial applications. These applications pave the way for innovation by enabling users to improve strategic decision-making with cost-effective access to high-quality satellite imagery. The program delivers high-quality, real-time geospatial data, empowering businesses and organizations in Southeast Asia to make informed decisions aligned with sustainable practices. This is further magnified by the ‘Uzma Digital Earth’ platform. UzmaSAT-1’s data has diverse applications, ranging from
optimizing resource usage in precision agriculture to supporting conservation efforts and aiding climate research for mitigating climate change impacts.
Geospatial AI has disruptive potential, which could transform traditional methods and set new standards for cost efficiency and operational excellence across various industries. The company is strategically focused on generating demand for its technology within a two-year timeframe, highlighting its potential for rapid market impact. For the banking and insurance sectors, Geospatial AI offers a game-changing solution by providing frequent and timely updates that enhance risk management capabilities. Additionally, through the UzmaSAT-1 program, Geospatial AI is positioning itself to leverage satellite data for developing innovative solutions across a broad spectrum of industries, presenting significant opportunities for business growth and strategic data ownership.
Mirroring its success in the Oil & Gas industry, where it was able to leverage “Wireline” data to create innovative solutions for customers, Geospatial AI, through the UzmaSAT-1 program, will be well-placed to create the same value-added solutions above ground, covering a wider spectrum of industries and driving greater upside potential for its business.
Highlight of the Event – UzmaSAT-1 Tech Day 2024
A significant highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and exchange of Letters of Interest between Uzma Berhad and its strategic partners, including Malaysia Space Agency (MYSA), SIRIM, Malaysian Institute of Microelectronic (MIMOS), Labtech Energy Sdn. Bhd., and Global Farm Biotech Sdn. Bhd. This collaboration aims to further enhance geospatial technology and its applications, positioning Malaysia as a leader in this field and fostering innovation and development.
During the event, MYSA exchanged a letter of acceptance for GeoAI’s participation in the Researcher Industry Scientific Exchange (RISE) program, strengthening the application of AI and remote sensing for soil health monitoring. SIRIM and GeoAI signed an MoU to foster a strategic alliance focused on supporting GeoAI’s efforts to become a certified private listed company recognized for its commitment to Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) through Carbon Accounting. The MoU with MIMOS will explore advanced satellite imaging techniques using AI and ML technologies, specifically for border security control and precision digital agriculture solutions. Labtech Energy Sdn. Bhd. and Global Farm Biotech Sdn. Bhd. will jointly market with GeoAI and sell satellite-based urban data solutions to provide insight to local authorities and government, as well as solutions for the paddy cultivation sector to tackle food security in Malaysia.
As we look to the future, Uzma Berhad is excited about the boundless possibilities that UzmaSAT-1 will bring. This satellite is not just a technological marvel; it is a testament to our dedication to innovation and excellence. We are confident that UzmaSAT-1 will revolutionize geospatial data analysis and open up new frontiers for industries across the region.
Stay tuned for the launch in Q4 2024 – the sky is no longer the limit; it’s just the beginning.
For more information about UzmaSAT-1 and its applications, please visit Uzma Berhad’s
website or contact our media relations team.
