The production of the first satellite in Xiong’an New Area, Hebei province, has been hailed as a significant milestone in the region’s aerospace industry. Dubbed Xiong’an-1, the satellite was unveiled on Wednesday at the smart satellite manufacturing pilot base of Blue Arrow Hongqing (Xiong’an) Space Technology. This achievement underscores Xiong’an’s growing prowess in smart manufacturing within the aerospace information sector and is expected to draw more enterprises to the area, further solidifying its industrial chain. The satellite boasts three key technological innovations: a high-performance onboard computer, large flexible solar wings, and a next-generation electric propulsion system. These advancements are designed to improve computing power, energy efficiency, and propulsion capabilities, paving the way for the development of high-throughput, long-life, and intelligent communication satellites. Since its inception earlier this year, Blue Arrow Hongqing has benefited from robust local government support, including streamlined registration processes and an 80 million yuan ($11 million) investment from a regional sci-tech fund, which has expedited its research and production efforts. As a cornerstone of Xiong’an’s future industries, the aerospace information sector has already attracted major players like China Satellite Network Group, fostering a comprehensive industrial ecosystem.