Amazon Web Services (AWS) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe). Under this collaboration, AWS will support space-tech innovations through cloud computing services.
This partnership aims to provide space startups, research institutions, and students with access to advanced cloud technologies that can expedite the development of innovative solutions in the space sector.
Through the MoU, AWS will offer eligible space startups various tools, resources, and expert technical support via the AWS Activate program, enabling them to develop and commercialize space-tech solutions more efficiently. Startups will also gain access to AWS’s global experience in aerospace and satellite solutions through the AWS Space Accelerator program.
“We look forward to helping customers in India build space-tech solutions to make life on Earth better,” Shalini Kapoor, Director and Chief Technologist, Public Sector, AWS India and South Asia said.
The three organizations will also collaborate on a new initiative to train students and educators in cloud computing, AI, ML, analytics, and security, by leveraging AWS education programs. This initiative will enable students to pursue industry-recognized cloud computing certifications, and build future space startups in India using advanced technologies, the company said in a release.
IN-SPACe has continuously been striving to empower and facilitate the private space sector. This partnership with AWS is a testament to that and through this, we aim to empower start-ups, students, and researchers to dream beyond the skies, drive innovation, and contribute to the global space industry,” Dr. Vinod Kumar, Director of the promotion Directorate, IN-SPACe said.
