Aliensense and the Maldives Space Research Organisation (MSRO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing space research and technology development.
The MoU was signed at Dubai Airshow 2025 by Aliensense CEO, Alex Lapir, and Madin Maseeh, President of the Maldives Space Research Organisation (MSRO), with Rajeeshwaran Moorthy MRAeS, Strategic Advisor to MSRO, as the witness who was key to making this signing possible. The agreement outlines a framework for cooperation in areas such as sensing, in-space processing, and the development of autonomous solutions for space missions.
"Our goal is to establish the Maldives as a hub for advanced instrumentation, and this MoU is the critical first step in that journey. Aliensense's expertise in FPGA-based AI and edge computing, coupled with their heritage in sensor manufacturing, makes them the ideal partner to help us build the necessary capacity and capabilities. This foundation will enable us to eventually co-create payloads for satellites specifically designed to serve the unique needs of our oceans and island nations," said Madin Maseeh, president of MSRO.
The partnership will combine the MSRO's growing portfolio of space research initiatives with Aliensense's expertise in rapid design of robotic systems applicable to space scenarios. Together, the two organizations aim to accelerate innovation in space exploration technologies and contribute to the global space community.
The ceremony was honored by the valuable support of H.E. Salem Alqubaisi, Director General of the UAE Space Agency.