In this exclusive interview, Torsten Kriening of SpaceWatch Global sits down with His Excellency Salem Al Marri, the Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center (MBRSC) in Dubai.
Salem provides a fascinating insider’s look at MBRSC’s activities. The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center (MBRSC) in Dubai is actively involved in several space programs. A significant development in 2024 was the agreement with the U.S. to join the Gateway program, contributing to the Artemis mission and sending an Emirati astronaut to the moon.
The center is also developing high-resolution satellites, with four launches planned for 2025, including the Mohammed bin Zayed satellite and the Rashid II rover. MBRSC has grown to over 250 employees and is expanding its facilities. The center aims to continue training fresh graduates for space missions, with an eye on future missions to Mars. This is a must-watch interview for anyone interested in the future of space exploration.
