Thailand
Thailand has made remarkable progress in theour satellites, Thailand has developed several

realm of Earth observation and geospatial

key platforms. Among these is “SPHERE”, aactivities, reinforcing its commitment togeospatial open platform that integrates data

addressing pressing challenges such as

from various sources and makes it accessible

climate change, disaster management, andacrosssustainable development. This report outlines

instrumental in supporting informed decision-

key achievements and contributions over the

making processes across the nation.

past

Another crucial platform is the “Actionable

year,advancements

highlighting
inthesatellite

country’scapabilities,

geospatial platforms, innovative applications,and international collaborations.

different

sectors.

SPHERE

isIntelligence Policy (AIP)”, which transforms
complex geospatial data into actionableinsights. This platform has become a vital tool

Strengthening Earth Observation Capabilities

A significant milestone for Thailand this year
was the successful launch of THEOS-2, a very
high-resolution satellite, 50 cm in spatial
resolution, that is playing a critical role inenvironmental monitoring, natural resource
management, and disaster response.

for policymakers as they tackle challenges
such as urbanization, disaster management,and climate adaptation.
Innovative Applications

Thailand’sadvancements

ingeospatial

technology are having a tangible impact
across multiple sectors. One of the standout

THEOS-2 provides detailed data that enables

developments is the creation of a “satelliteThailand to monitor natural resources andbasemap” using very high-resolution imagery.

urban areas more effectively, ensuring swiftThis basemap has become a cornerstone foraction when needed.

urban planning, infrastructure development,

In addition, Thailand is preparing for theupcoming launch of THEOS-2A, a smallsatellite

designedtocomplement

theand environmental monitoring, offering adetailed view of landscapes that enablesprecise and informed decision-making.

capabilities of THEOS-2. THEOS-2A willIn the agricultural sector, Thailand hasenhance Thailand’s ability to collect precise

implemented the “Dragonfly” platform, ageospatial data, particularly for applications insatellite-based precision farming tool thatprecision agriculture, infrastructure planning,provides farmers with real-time data on

and disaster management. Together, theseweather condition, crop health, fertilization

satellites will significantly boost the countries

and irrigation needs, and soil conditions. Thisand region’s Earth observation capacity.

technology is optimizing farming practices,

Expanding Geospatial Platforms

To maximize the utility of the data provided byincreasing yields, and improving food security
across the country.

Additionally,Thailand

hasdevelopeda

Looking ahead, Thailand is focused on“geospatial digital twin” platform for urban

integrating emerging technologies such asplanning. This platform creates digital replicas

artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning,of cities, allowing for the simulation andandoptimization of infrastructure projects, more

observation systems. The forthcoming launcheffective land use management, and theof THEOS-2A will be pivotal in this effort,

development of resilient urban environments.

providing enhanced data capabilities that will

Commitment to Collaboration and Future

bigdataanalytics

into

its

Earth

support both national and regional objectives.

Directions

Conclusion

Thailand is deeply committed to regional andThe past year has been one of significant

global collaboration in Earth observation. Over

progress for Thailand in Earth observation.

the last year, Thailand has made significant

With advancements in satellite technology, thecontributions

tomanagement

activities,

SentinelAsia’sdisasterdevelopment of innovative platforms, and aprovidingcriticalstrongsatellite data during natural disasters.
MOU with UNOSAT to ensure that our efforts
integrated

intoglobal

disastermanagement strategies.
Thailand continues to actively participate ininitiatives such as the Group on Earth
Observations (GEO) and the Asia-Oceania
GEO (AOGEO), sharing data and expertise tostrengthen the global Earth observation
community.
Thailand is also investing in capacity-building
efforts, like the ASEAN Research and Training
Center for Space Technology and Applications(ARTSA). Through these initiatives, we’rehelping to build up the region’s Earthobservation capabilities and ensuring that
we’re all better prepared to face thechallenges ahead.

tointernational

collaboration, Thailand is well-prepared toAdditionally, Thailand, GISTDA have renewed
arecommitment

address the challenges of the future andcontribute to the global Earth observation
community.