The partnership, signed in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, marks a milestone for both nations as they seek to benefit from the burgeoning space economy.
The agreement sets the groundwork for cooperation in space exploration and the peaceful use of space technologies, including remote sensing research and applications.
A noteworthy aspect of this partnership is the commitment of both nations to the Artemis Accords, an international agreement that promotes cooperation in civil space exploration.
Grzegorz Wrochna, the president of POLSA, highlighted the significance of the partnership, stating, "The partnership between Rwanda and Poland underscores the need to address urgent challenges through cooperation and innovative approaches. By combining our efforts, we aim to enhance the application of space technologies, thereby improving the quality and conditions of life in both our societies."
Rwanda's strategic location near the equator offers it a unique advantage in communication, which is crucial for satellite operations and space missions, including potential lunar endeavors.
The collaboration comes as the African continent is experiencing rapid growth in space technology and satellite capabilities, with Rwanda emerging as central to this development.
The RSA, one of the world's newest space agencies, focuses on fostering the domestic space sector through technological innovation and socio-economic development.
Its objectives include providing satellite communication for government institutions and using satellite data for environmental monitoring, urban planning, and crisis management.
A notable project underway in Rwanda, which may be of particular interest to Polish partners, is the construction of a teleport in collaboration with ATLAS Space Operations. This facility, once fully operational, will support multiple ground stations for satellite operations across various orbits.
Equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including a 9.3-meter antenna capable of supporting lunar missions and potentially deep space missions, the teleport will play a critical role in telemetry, tracking, and command operations.
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Source: tvp.info