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Amazon Web Services (AWS) India has announced a ground-breaking programme aimed at driving innovation in the booming space technology sector. The AWS Space Accelerator: India programme, a collaboration with T-Hub and Minfy, provides a unique opportunity for early-stage and established space businesses to speed development and scale their missions.
This programme is AWS's first venture into the Indian space sector, following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) inked with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and IN-SPACe. It demonstrates AWS's commitment to supporting space technology entrepreneurs and promoting engagement with key stakeholders in India's space ecosystem.
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AWS: Space Accelerator Program India
The AWS Space Accelerator: India is a 14-week accelerator programme that offers entrepreneurs extensive support, such as technical coaching, business resources, and up to $100,000 in AWS credits. The programme seeks to help startups use AWS services to efficiently create, grow, and scale their missions.
Startups taking part in the programme will gain access to a plethora of knowledge from ISRO, IN-SPACe, and AWS, as well as business and technology help from T-Hub and Minfy, an AWS Premier Partner. This comprehensive approach ensures that startups are guided through all parts of their operations, from technology development to company strategy and market positioning.
Clint Crosier, Director of Aerospace and Satellite at AWS Inc., emphasised the importance of cloud computing in promoting innovation in the space sector. He emphasised the revolutionary potential of technologies such as generative AI and reiterated AWS's commitment to assisting startups in building long-term solutions for the space sector.
T-Hub CEO Mahankali Srinivas Rao expressed enthusiasm for joining the AWS Space Accelerator programme, highlighting the company's commitment to encouraging innovation and collaboration in the Indian startup ecosystem. Startups in the programme can hope to achieve new heights in the space sector thanks to T-Hub's mentorship and technical support.
Minfy, a global pre-sales leader, will share technical expertise in a series of courses on AWS fundamentals, advanced cloud architecture, and security best practices. These talks will help startups design secure and scalable systems that successfully use cloud and AI technology.
The AWS Space Accelerator: India programme welcomes both early-stage and mature firms that serve India's space economy. Interested firms can sign up for the programme until March 17, 2024. Applications will be reviewed based on the startup's unique solution, product-market fit, and overall contribution to space-tech innovation.
A Call For All Space Tech Startups in India
Space tech startups operate in a high-risk environment, necessitating large capital commitment and access to specialised resources. The AWS Space Accelerator solves these issues by offering companies a platform to design and test solutions on AWS utilising simulation technologies before making cash expenditures.
This technique allows startups to experiment and enhance their products at a reduced cost before introducing them on a larger scale. The programme will provide qualified businesses with up to $100,000 in AWS credits, as well as coaching and support from industry professionals.
They will learn about space domain technology and applications, as well as how to use space data to create scalable solutions using cloud computing, data analytics, and machine learning. The AWS Space Accelerator: India programme is consistent with India's ambition to grow its space economy and encourage private sector participation in the space sector.
ISRO and IN-SPACe will support the programme by organising educational workshops and seminars for startups. This collaborative endeavour demonstrates the value of public-private collaborations in generating innovation and growth in the space industry.
Do Participate!
The AWS Space Accelerator: India programme is an important milestone in India's space technology environment. The program's goal is to promote innovation, foster cooperation, and drive growth in the Indian space sector by offering space tech startups access to resources, experience, and AWS services.
As startups start on this revolutionary journey, they will have the chance to use modern technology and help India emerge as a global leader in space exploration and innovation.
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