Sirin Orbital Systems wins Leading Innovation in Space Award

The jury of the World Space Week Association has presented the Zurich-based company Sirin Orbital Systems with the Leading Innovation in Space Award 2024. The association focuses its activities on the World Space Week proclaimed by the United Nations, which is celebrated annually from October 4 to 10. This year, under the title Space & Climate Change, it was looking for companies that represent the "crucial role" of the space industry in combating climate change.

"Sirin Orbital Systems' work in the field of space-based solar power (SBSP), sustainable propulsion systems and on-orbit servicing is an important contribution of space technology to a greener future," said the World Space Week Association in a statement about the jury's decision. According to Sirin Orbital Systems , the innovations from more than 100 companies from all over the world were assessed on the basis of six criteria: Novelty of technology, cross-sector innovation, scalability, global impact, collaborative partnerships and sustainability with a long-term vision.

The company feels "truly honored" that its technologies were ultimately chosen. After all, the final list of 25 nominees included such major companies as Airbus, Arianespace, Thales Alenia Space and Mitsubishi Corporation. However, Sirin Orbital Systems' potential to "revolutionize global energy systems and its focus on sustainability make it the strongest among the candidates," Sirin quotes the jury. ce/mm