The Turkish Space Agency (TUA) and US-based space infrastructure developer Axiom Space signed a key collaboration agreement to enhance the Turkish space industry by identifying and leveraging potential supply chain opportunities.
As part of the partnership, both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) encompassing cooperation in key areas such as space technology, aerospace, textiles, material science, advanced manufacturing, communications, and life sciences.
The Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology stated that the collaboration aims to inspire and engage the country's youth in space-related fields. The goal is to cultivate the next generation of astronauts, engineers, scientists, and leaders while fostering innovation and sustainability in the space industry and beyond.
The MoU outlines ambitious objectives, including the establishment of a research and exploration laboratory, the development of microgravity manufacturing facilities, the testing and validation of materials for deep space missions, and the creation of hubs for transportation and logistics in low-Earth orbit (LEO). It also includes plans to build new platforms for communication and observation, along with an astronaut training ground.
The Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacir emphasized the importance of this milestone for Türkiye's space sector. "With the projects we will realize, Türkiye will get a larger share of the global space economy, which will soon reach USD 1 trillion annually. We have achieved remarkable progress in aerospace and have undertaken projects that position us among the leading countries in satellite technologies. With these new initiatives, we aim to secure further advancements in space technologies," he said.
“Under the leadership of our President, the inclusion of Türkiye's engineering and production capacity in such pivotal projects will bolster our technological independence and contribute to making Türkiye a recognized brand in the space domain. I wish this significant partnership to be beneficial for our nation and humanity," Kacır added.
This collaboration marks a new chapter in Türkiye's journey toward becoming a key player in the global space economy.