The UAE has successfully launched its first nanosatellite into space this week. 

Nayif-1 was a project managed by The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and the American University of Sharjah (AUS) and the 1.1kg satellite was launched into orbit at 7.58am on Wednesday. 

The nanosatellite was launched on-board a PSLV-C37 rocket, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, India.

On-board its rocket, this launch held 104 satellites, making it historically the highest number of satellites to be launched together. 

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Nayif-1 was the 5th satellite separated from the launch vehicle after the main payload.

“Yesterday we saw the launch of one of the most important space projects humanity has ever known, the ‘Mars 2117 Project’. This project reflects our leadership’s aim to make the UAE a pioneer in shaping humanity’s future and its determination to leave a positive mark on human development with innovative thinking and a determination to achieve success. With the launch of the new satellite, we are confident that we are on the right path for achieving new scientific breakthroughs with the efforts of UAE citizens.”

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre