About

The Israel Space Agency, which was established by a government decision in 1983, is a state body operating within the Ministry of Science and Technology. The Agency initiates, leads and coordinates civilian space activities in Israel. The Agency is particularly supportive of scientific research and development with real economic potential, such as the development of unique and innovative technologies. In addition, the Agency operates from the perspective that the pursuit of space contributes to the Israeli economy, positioning its position in the world and the well-being of its residents in terms of agriculture, communications, monitoring of environmental pollution and research. The objectives of the Israel Space Agency include the expansion of cooperation and interactions with various countries in the field of space, the promotion of infrastructure research in academia and research institutes; Investment in startup companies that develop various components for the space industries in Israel and around the world; Development and construction of satellites for civilian purposes and support the development of innovative and unique space technologies in the space industries; As well as cultivating the reserve of future scientists in the field of space exploration through space education and community projects, and in general expanding Israel's relative advantage in the field and placing it among the world's leading countries in space exploration and exploitation.