In a landmark move for the global aerospace industry, Chinese private space firm Cangyu Space has unveiled plans to deploy the world's first commercial high-orbit satellite constellation, aiming to establish a 13-satellite network by 2030. The announcement, made at the 2025 Shenzhen (Luohu) Aerospace Industry Conference, signals a new era in space-based connectivity and real-time data services.
Global Coverage Through Multi-Orbit Network
The Cangyu Constellation will combine 4 geostationary (GEO), 6 medium-Earth orbit (MEO), and 3 inclined-geosynchronous orbit (IGSO) satellites. This hybrid architecture promises 24/7 global coverage for diverse applications – from tracking spacecraft and drones to supporting IoT networks and emergency response systems. The system's all-weather capabilities could revolutionize fields like polar research and oceanic monitoring.
Academic-Industry Collaboration
Cangyu Space is partnering with Wuhan University to establish an Innovation Center for Relay-Based Real-Time Remote Sensing in Shenzhen's Luohu District. The collaboration merges academic expertise in geomatics with commercial space technology, focusing on experimental satellite development and real-time remote sensing applications.
Emerging Aerospace Hub
Luohu District, already home to commercial space leaders like LandSpace and MagicCubeSat, aims to attract 20+ additional aerospace enterprises in 2025. This growing cluster underscores Shenzhen's transformation into a hub for space-tech innovation and digital economy integration.
