Wee Seng Lim

Executive Director at Satellite Research Centre

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Lim Wee Seng is the Executive Director of the Satellite Research Centre (SaRC) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He leads NTU’s satellite programmes, overseeing the end-to-end design, development, launch, and operations of more than 10 nano- and microsatellites, supported by cumulative project funding exceeding S$40 million.

In his current role, he is driving NTU Space initiatives such as AI Space and in-orbit edge computing, supporting the transition of satellites from traditional data acquisition platforms toward more intelligent and autonomous systems. He works closely with faculty and research teams on integrating onboard processing, ground system intelligence, and space situational awareness capabilities, enabling more responsive and informed in-orbit operations. His work also supports the development of remote sensing applications, translating satellite data into useful insights for environmental monitoring, disaster response, and urban analytics.

Prior to joining NTU, Mr Lim was a Senior Manager at Renesas, where he led the microcontroller business unit, overseeing product marketing and R&D in embedded systems. He drove sustained commercial growth, achieving monthly sales exceeding USD 10 million. Over his career, he has designed and managed the development of more than 30 industry-grade products across multiple technology domains.

Mr Lim holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from NTU (1996).