Axiom Space and ASES Sign MoU to Advance Cooperation in Low-Earth Orbit
Axiom Space has announced, through an official press release, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Senegalese Agency for Space Studies (ASES) to collaborate on activities in low-Earth orbit (LEO). The agreement aims to accelerate Senegal’s national space ambitions while expanding opportunities for international cooperation in human spaceflight, research, and technology development.
The partnership represents a significant step in Senegal’s growing engagement with the global space community. In August 2024, Senegal successfully launched its first satellite, marking a historic milestone in advancing national scientific research and technological capability. Building on this achievement, the country became the 56th signatory of the Artemis Accords in July 2025, underscoring its commitment to transparency, peaceful exploration, and global collaboration in outer space.
“Senegal’s recent achievements reflect both ambition and vision, building indigenous capabilities and embracing international cooperation,” said Anand Subramanian, Chief Growth Officer at Axiom Space. “We are proud to partner with nations like Senegal that share our vision of opening the benefits of space to all and advancing humanity’s presence in low-Earth orbit.”
Through this partnership, Senegal will leverage Axiom Space’s technical expertise in human spaceflight, microgravity research, and LEO infrastructure development. The collaboration is expected to support Senegal in advancing its national space ecosystem, promoting STEM education, expanding international partnerships, and laying the foundation for future human spaceflight participation.
“The MoU with Axiom Space marks a decisive step for Senegal as we scale up our space ambitions,” said Maram Kaire, Director General of ASES. “By building on the momentum of our adherence to the Artemis Accords, we are now laying the groundwork for human spaceflight, cutting-edge research, and advanced technological development. Beyond the technical dimension, this partnership symbolises our commitment to opening new horizons for Senegalese youth, strengthening our scientific sovereignty, and ensuring that Africa plays an active role in shaping the future of space exploration.”
Axiom Space is currently developing the world’s first commercial space station, designed to serve as a platform for governments, industries, and research institutions to harness the benefits of microgravity for scientific, economic, and societal advancement. Through partnerships like this, the company supports nations in training astronauts, conducting frontier research, and building domestic expertise in space technology and operations.