The Centre for Space Futures, Novaspace, and SpaceTech Gulf signed an agreement in June 2026 to develop a global space capability mapping dashboard [1].

This partnership aims to create a centralized visual tool to track and analyze space-related assets and expertise across different nations. As the number of private and state actors in orbit increases, the ability to identify specific capabilities becomes essential for international cooperation and strategic planning.

The agreement, formalized as a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC), was signed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [1]. The three organizations intend to collaborate on the technical framework required to categorize and display space capabilities on a global scale.

By mapping these capabilities, the partners seek to reduce redundancies in space infrastructure and identify gaps in global orbital services. The dashboard is expected to serve as a reference point for governments and private enterprises looking to understand the current landscape of space technology and operational reach.

While the specific technical specifications of the dashboard were not detailed in the agreement, the collaboration leverages the regional expertise of SpaceTech Gulf and the strategic foresight of the Centre for Space Futures and Novaspace [1]. The project represents a move toward greater transparency in how space assets are distributed and utilized worldwide.

“Three firms signed an agreement to develop a global space capability mapping dashboard.”

The creation of a capability mapping dashboard signals a shift toward the 'industrialization' of space, where assets are treated as a searchable inventory. By formalizing this data in Riyadh, the project highlights Saudi Arabia's growing role as a hub for space diplomacy and infrastructure management in the Middle East.