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Boosting Innovation in India’s Space Sector
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the selection of 24 start-ups for its space accelerator programme, AWS Space Accelerator: India. This 14-week programme aims to provide dedicated technical expertise, specialized AWS training, and mentoring from space domain and technical experts.
About AWS Space Accelerator: India
The AWS Space Accelerator: India is a 14-week programme designed to support the growth and development of space start-ups in India. The programme is a result of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement AWS signed with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) in 2023.
AWS’s Commitment to Space Technology
Clint Crosier, Director of the Aerospace and Satellite business at AWS, stated that “this is the fourth consecutive year that AWS has run a Space Accelerator program, but the first one we’ve tied to one specific country.” He added that AWS sees extraordinary growth opportunities in the Indian space sector, citing the record number of new start-ups, strong government support, and the country’s highly skilled workforce in space-related technologies.
The Shortlisted Start-ups
The 24 shortlisted start-ups operate in a range of space segments, including spacecraft propulsion, orbital and launch vehicles, satellite imagery, geospatial applications, weather analysis, and space tourism, among others. Some of the notable start-ups include:
- A launch vehicle and sustainable satellite start-up from Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
- An advanced geospatial analysis start-up from Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- A satellite technology-based precision farming start-up from Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Diverse Range of Space Segments Represented
- Agnikul Cosmos (Thoothukudi) – Launch vehicle and sustainable satellite startup
- Astrogate Labs (Port Blair) – Advanced geospatial analysis startup
- CropIn Technology (Ahmedabad) – Satellite technology-based precision farming startup
- Dhruva Space (Hyderabad) – Space technology startup
- GalaxEye Space Solutions (Pune) – Space technology startup
- Kawa Space (Mumbai) – Space technology startup
- Nava Space (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Pixxel (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Skyroot Aerospace (Hyderabad) – Space technology startup
- Space Technology Incubation Centre (Thiruvananthapuram) – Space technology startup
- Vedant Space (Pune) – Space technology startup
- Xovian Aerospace (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Yuktix Technologies (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- ZEN Technologies (Hyderabad) – Space technology startup
- Asteria Aerospace (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Bellatrix Aerospace (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Cosmic Wings (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Drona Aviation (Pune) – Space technology startup
- Eagle Eye (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Galactic Aerospace (Hyderabad) – Space technology startup
- Halonix Technologies (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- Inspace Research (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
- KritiKal Solutions (Noida) – Space technology startup
- Mars Rover (Bengaluru) – Space technology startup
The selected start-ups represent a diverse range of space segments, including:
Spacecraft Propulsion
- Advick Agventure (Ahmedabad, Gujarat)
- AERO2ASTRO (Chennai, Tamil Nadu)
- Aeroin SpaceTech Pvt. Ltd. (Chennai, Tamil Nadu)
Orbital and Launch Vehicles
- Agnihotri Aerospace (Mangaluru, Karnataka)
- AkashaLabdhi Pvt. Ltd. (Roorkee, Uttarakhand)
- Brahmaandco Spacetech (Mumbai, Maharashtra)
Satellite Imagery
- Blurgs AI (Bengaluru, Karnataka)
- CoralComp Pvt. Ltd. (Hyderabad, Telangana)
- Cosmicport (Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu)
Geospatial Applications
- Cosmo Crawler (Chennai, Tamil Nadu)
- Expanse Cosmos (Delhi)
- GISKernel Technologies (Bengaluru, Karnataka)
Space Tourism …11 more startups
Support and Funding
The shortlisted start-ups will receive up to $100,000 cumulatively in AWS credits to help build and scale their solutions. The accelerator programme is supported by T-Hub, an innovation hub and ecosystem enabler, and Minfy, an AWS Premier Partner.
Mentorship and Training
In addition to mentorship and training, the programme will also provide startups with the know-how on go-to-market strategies, fundraising, and business fundamentals, enabling them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in the competitive space tech landscape.
A Significant Step Forward
This programme is a significant step forward in promoting innovation and growth in the Indian space sector, and we can expect to see exciting developments from these start-ups in the coming months.
Conclusion
In a significant move to foster innovation in the Indian space sector, AWS has shortlisted 24 promising start-ups for its space accelerator programme, AWS Space Accelerator India This 14-week programme aims to provide dedicated technical expertise, specialized AWS training, and mentoring from space domain and technical experts. The selected start-ups operate in a range of space segments, including spacecraft propulsion, orbital and launch vehicles, satellite imagery, geospatial applications, weather analysis, and space tourism, among others. Some of the shortlisted start-ups are working on innovative projects such as launch vehicles and sustainable satellites, advanced geospatial analysis, and satellite technology-based precision farming. AWS has shortlisted 24 Indian start-ups for its Space Accelerator Programme, providing them with technical expertise, training, and mentorship to foster innovation in the space sector. The selected start-ups will receive up to $100,000 in AWS credits to build and scale their solutions, supporting the growth of the Indian space industry.
FAQ’s
Q: What is the AWS Space Accelerator Programme?
A: A 14-week program designed to foster startups focused on space technology, providing technical expertise, specialized AWS training, and mentoring from space domain and technical experts
Q: How many startups were shortlisted for the programme?
A: 24 startups from India were selected to participate in the programme.
Q: What benefits do the selected startups receive?
A: Up to $100,000 in AWS credits, technical, business, and go-to-market mentorship from AWS, and access to the AWS Digital Innovation team.
Q: What is the focus of the programme?
A: To support the growth and development of space startups in India, with a focus on space segments such as spacecraft propulsion, orbital and launch vehicles, satellite imagery, geospatial applications, and more.
Q: Who are the programme partners?
A: T-Hub, an innovation hub and ecosystem enabler, and Minfy, an AWS Premier Partner.