MUSCAT : This initiative aims to support and accelerate the growth of local companies in the Omani space sector, aligning with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.

The Space Accelerator Program, managed by the National Center for AI & Advanced Technologies, seeks to achieve several objectives:

• Promote economic growth in the space sector and increase its contribution to the national economy.
• Support local entrepreneurs and emerging local companies in the space industry.
• Encourage the use of modern technologies to meet the needs of the local and regional space sector needs.
• Provide resources, funding and mentorship to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), helping them to innovate and expand both locally and globally.
  
  The program will concentrate on several key areas, including communications, earth observation, spatial data analysis, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data processing, spacecraft simulation and Internet of Things (IoT).
  
  The ministry is inviting local and international companies with expertise in space accelerators and related fields to participate. The deadline for obtaining tender documents is September 22, 2024. The program emphasizes the importance of space sustainability, machine learning, and advanced technologies in driving the sector forward.
  
  
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