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Launch of Duqm-2 rocket postponed due to unfavourable conditions: Oman’s transport ministry

The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has announced the postponement of the launch of the space rocket Duqm-2.

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

MUSCAT : The launch, originally scheduled for July 8 and 9, 2025, has been deferred until suitable conditions become available.

In an official statement, the Ministry said, “We would like to draw attention to the fact that the launch of the space rocket (Duqm-2) has been postponed until suitable conditions are available.”

The Ministry, in collaboration with Etlaq Spaceport, a subsidiary of the National Space Services Company (NASCOM), had previously issued a notice regarding the planned launch from the Duqm area.

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