Island Chain of Balearics to Debut Satellite in 2025
The Balearic Islands, a popular tourist destination comprising Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca, and Formentera, have taken a significant step towards innovation and sustainability. The regional government has commissioned Open Cosmos to build a satellite, which is set to launch in the final quarter of this year.
The satellite, funded by the regional government, will aid in promoting sustainable tourism practices and boost resilience in the region's tourism sector. Its primary goal is to monitor changes in the Western Mediterranean's climate, providing valuable data to academic researchers, local administrators, and companies.
One unique aspect of the satellite is that it will be named by children from schools across the region. This naming process not only involves the younger generation in the project but also symbolises a commitment to the future of the islands and a step towards a more tech-forward future.
By choosing a dedicated Open Cosmos satellite, the region aims to keep costs lower over time. This decision also allows the entire archipelago to build applications unique to the region and its economic interests. Collaborators on the project include Wireless DNA, the University of the Balearic Islands, Garden Hotels, and the Hotel Business Federation of Mallorca.
The satellite will also serve as a defence against environmental disasters in the region. By monitoring climate changes, the region hopes to mitigate the impact of potential disasters on their tourism industry, reinforcing their vision of sustainability and positioning them as a benchmark in innovation within the global space and tourism sector.
According to the regional President Margalida Prohens, the satellite is a symbol of a more tech-forward future for the islands. She believes that this project will contribute significantly to the future of the region, positioning them as leaders in sustainable tourism and innovative technology.
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