Bahrain Expands Space Science Education for Youth with NSSA and BRS-Labs Partnership

Mahir Haneef

TDT| Manama

The National Space Science Agency (NSSA) has taken a bold step in advancing Bahrain’s space science education by partnering with U.S.-based BRS-Labs. Announced during the second day of the Bahrain International Airshow 2024, the agreement brings specialized online courses in space science to young Bahraini students, underscoring Bahrain’s commitment to cultivating high-tech skills for future generations.

The partnership, formalizing a collaboration established in 2023, offers over 100 free seats for Bahraini students aged 12 to 16 in online training programs beginning in the summer of 2025. Through this initiative, 30 selected students will engage in theoretical and practical training, including remote sensing and satellite image analysis, with access to Hexagon’s advanced software. Successful participants will receive professional certification, further enhancing their prospects in STEM fields.

Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Aseeri, CEO of NSSA, emphasized the partnership’s importance for Bahrain’s strategic goals in STEM. “This agreement will significantly encourage talented Bahraini students to focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, strengthening Bahrain’s role in future sciences,” he said, aligning the program with the national vision of His Majesty the King to make Bahrain a leader in space science.

Mr. Ayman Salem, Executive Director of BRS-Labs, expressed pride in the collaboration, thanking Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure, and Geospatial Division for its role in the training. “I hope this partnership continues to grow, benefiting more students across Bahrain,” he remarked, noting that BRS-Labs has already trained over 1,800 students worldwide in space sciences through its Remote Sensing Portal.

As Bahrain invests in its young talent, this collaboration with BRS-Labs marks a significant leap toward building a generation of space scientists and innovators, enhancing Bahrain’s standing in the global space science community.