Ibadan, 17 February 2025. – Astroscale France, a subsidiary of Astroscale, is appointing Pierre Omaly, former technical leader at CNES (Centre National d’Études Spatiales), as Senior Technical Expert. Pierre will bring over 20 years of expertise in space technology and innovation, particularly in the development of groundbreaking solutions to protect space and ensure its sustainability.
In his new role at Astroscale, Pierre will contribute to advancing the company’s mission by leveraging his deep technical knowledge to tackle space debris and ensure the safety of in-orbit operations. Likewise, as Senior Technical Expert, Pierre will play a pivotal role across all technical aspects of Astroscale’s work, from concept development to the implementation of advanced technologies.
Pierre’s most recent position at CNES was as T4SC Project Manager, where he led the development of key technologies for improving space sustainability. Some of these include close-proximity rendezvous for docking systems and a detumbling system that prevents satellites from spinning uncontrollably at the end of their lifecycle. These advancements directly support the goal of reducing the complexity of space debris removal.
“The sustainable future of space has always been a personal concern of mine,” Pierre noted. “Joining the first private company focused on space debris remediation aligns perfectly with my values. I am inspired by Astroscale’s dedication to a sustainable space environment and hope it will encourage others in the industry to act.”
Likewise, Philippe Blatt, Managing Director of Astroscale France, commented “Pierre’s appointment is a significant milestone in our efforts to accelerate the development of in-orbit servicing technologies. His wealth of experience and expertise will help drive Astroscale’s mission to address the pressing challenge of space debris, reinforcing our position as a leader in long-term orbital sustainability.”
