- MDA Space (TSX:MDA) has been selected by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to lead an early-phase study for Canada’s proposed lunar utility vehicle
- The study will focus on developing the mission architecture, evaluating technology options, and conducting risk assessments to ensure the Lunar Utility Vehicle is ready for the harsh and unpredictable conditions of the lunar surface
- A key component of the project will be the integration of MDA Skymaker, a modular suite of space robotics technologies derived from the iconic Canadarm
- MDA Space stock (TSX:MDA) last traded at C$39.48
MDA Space (TSX:MDA), a mission partner to the global space industry, announced that it has been selected by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to lead an early-phase study for Canada’s proposed lunar utility vehicle. This initiative could mark a significant step forward in Canada’s ambitions to support sustainable lunar exploration and logistics.
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The study, led by MDA Space, will bring together a powerhouse of Canadian innovation, including the Centre de Technologies Avancées BRP – Université de Sherbrooke (CTA) and the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). The collaboration leverages MDA Space’s extensive experience in mission-critical space systems, CTA’s deep expertise in rugged off-road vehicle development, and UTIAS’s cutting-edge work in autonomous systems.
The study will focus on developing the mission architecture, evaluating technology options, and conducting risk assessments to ensure the lunar utility vehicle is ready for the harsh and unpredictable conditions of the lunar surface. It follows a successful autonomous lunar surface demonstration conducted by the MDA Space team at CSA headquarters in December 2024.
A key component of the project will be the integration of MDA Skymaker, a modular suite of space robotics technologies derived from the iconic Canadarm. Skymaker will enable scalable, autonomous mobility solutions designed to support a wide range of lunar operations, from cargo transport to infrastructure deployment.
“This early concept study will help build the foundation for new lunar logistics solutions to support long-term human presence on the Moon, enabling reliable delivery of cargo, resources, and mobility for future missions,” Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space said in a news release.
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MDA Space Ltd. is a partner to the global space industry specializing in robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence. The company brings over 55 years of experience across more than 450 missions, including the development of the Canadarm robotic arm system.
MDA Space stock (TSX:MDA) last traded at C$39.48 and has risen 207.41 per cent since this time last year, with 34.91 per cent growth since the year began.
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