The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Axiom Space and the Turkish Space Agency (TUA) stands out as a major step towards Turkey’s space ecosystem. This agreement aims to ensure Turkey’s integration into the global space supply chain and strengthen its leading position in space technologies.
Partnership and Goals
The two sides will assess the potential of the Turkish space industry to develop the Axiom Station and prepare for the post-International Space Station era of commercial space stations. The goals include:
- Establishing laboratories for space research and exploration,
- Developing production facilities that utilize microgravity environments,
- Testing space materials and validating technologies for deep space missions,
- Creation of a hub for logistics and transportation in LEO.
Turkey's Global Role
Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır stated that this cooperation will increase Turkey's power in space technologies through international cooperation and increase the interest of young generations in this field. He emphasized that Turkey aims to get a larger share of the global space economy, which is expected to reach 1 trillion dollars.
TUA President Yusuf Kıraç's Vision
TUA President Yusuf Kıraç stated that this cooperation gained even more meaning after Turkey's first astronaut was sent into space with Axiom Space's Ax-3 mission. Kıraç said that the integration of Turkey's space industry into the world supply chain will provide significant contributions to economic growth and technological advancement.
This partnership will support not only Turkey's space industry but also the growth of the global space ecosystem. Inspiring Turkey's young population and increasing economic potential, this agreement opens new doors for a sustainable future in space technologies.
