HM King Hamad Hails Bahrain’s Historic Space Milestone
TDT | Manama
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His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, received His Highness Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Commander of the Royal Guard, and Secretary General of the Supreme Defense Council, at the Sakhir Palace.
During the meeting, HH Shaikh Nasser presented to HM the King the members of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Space Agency and the Agency’s space science team. The gathering followed the successful launch of Bahrain’s first satellite, "Al Munther," into orbit, marking a significant step in the Kingdom's space ambitions.
The satellite was launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, United States, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. It is the first Bahraini satellite designed and developed entirely within the Kingdom, underscoring Bahrain’s commitment to localizing satellite technology and strengthening national capabilities in the field of space science. "Al Munther" carries four space payloads engineered by Bahraini space specialists, signifying the Kingdom’s entry into advanced space technology sectors.
HM King Hamad hailed the launch of "Al Munther" as a historic milestone in Bahrain’s journey towards enhancing its expertise in space sciences and technology. His Majesty emphasized that this achievement, realized through the dedication of outstanding young Bahraini professionals, cements the Kingdom’s status in the global space industry.
The King extended his congratulations to HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa for this groundbreaking achievement and commended the Bahrain Space Agency team, along with government institutions and all those who contributed to the project’s success. His Majesty acknowledged their tireless efforts in executing this crucial endeavor, which adds to Bahrain’s growing legacy in space sciences and technological advancements.
Reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing its standing among leading nations in space exploration, HM King Hamad underscored the importance of furthering national development across all sectors through scientific progress. His Majesty expressed confidence that Bahrain’s space program will continue to grow, paving the way for future achievements.
In recognition of their outstanding contributions, HM King Hamad awarded members of the Bahrain Space Agency team with medals of competence and national service. The honorees included key figures from various disciplines within the space agency:
Dr. Mohammed Ebrahim Al Aseeri, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Space Agency.
Amal Jassim Al Binali, Chief of Strategic Planning and Project.
Maryam Mohamed Al Mulla, Chief of Resources and Administrative Services.
Hussain Abdullatif, Chief Information Officer.
Roaya Rashed Bubshait, Head of Geospatial Analytics.
Rasha Yasser Al Amad, Chief of Strategic Planning.
Aisha Khalid Al Haram, Head of Satellite Design and Project Manager of "Al Munther."
Yaqoob Khalid Al Qassab, Engineering Specialist and Systems Engineering Lead for "Al Munther."
Amina Abdulhameed Al Balooshi, Head of Satellite Codes Group and Risk Management Lead for "Al Munther."
Ali Adnan Al Mahmood, Head of Operations Group and Software Development Leader for "Al Munther."
Reem Abdullah Sinan, Head of Satellite Communications Operations Group and Communications Operations Leader for "Al Munther."
Muneera Jassim Al Maliki, Senior Space Engineer and Camera Payload Developer for "Al Munther."
Ashraf Khater Al Douma, Senior Space Engineer and Mechanical Systems Lead for "Al Munther."
Ali Fawzi Al Qaraan, Specialist Engineer and Power Systems Lead for "Al Munther."
Ahmed Mohamed Boushleibi, Senior Space Engineer and Mission Planning Lead for "Al Munther."
Marwan Nawaf Al Meer, Space Engineer and Frequency Registration Leader for "Al Munther."
This prestigious recognition highlights the dedication and excellence of the Bahraini team in strengthening the Kingdom’s footprint in the realm of space exploration. As Bahrain continues to make strides in technological innovation, the successful launch of "Al Munther" stands as a testament to its scientific progress and aspirations for the future.
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