DubaiSat-1, the UAE's first satellite, has been successfully launched from its base in Central Asia and yesterday arrived in its orbit 680km above the Earth. The satellite was launched at 10.46pm UAE time from the launch pad in Baikonour, Kazakhstan, under the supervision of UAE engineers and scientists. The team has also remotely deployed the satellite's solar panels, which will power DubaiSat-1 for the next five years, and was working on its calibration and data transfer processes before the orbiter becomes fully operational. It has also connected with the Emirates Institution for Advanced Science and Technology (EIAST) ground station in Dubai. Ahmed Al Mansoori, Director General of EIAST, said: "The launch process was completely successful, and DubaiSat-1 is now carrying the UAE's flag into space." Keep up with the latest business news from the region with the Emirates Business 24|7 daily newsletter. To subscribe to the newsletter, please click here .