Indian Space Association (ISpA) is an industry association for Indian space and satellite manufacturing companies. ISpA is a voluntary association of leading space industries in India. It was established with the objective of providing advisory and advocacy support to the space industry in India. The primary function of ISpA is to articulate the views of the industry on space sector reforms and provide guidance for a vibrant and thriving space industry in India.
The association serves as a platform for its members to come together and engage in discussions and initiatives that promote the growth of the Indian space industry. As an advisory body, ISpA provides valuable inputs to the Indian government on various policy matters related to the space sector.
The association's membership includes major players in the Indian space industry, including private companies, research institutions, and academic institutions. By bringing together the collective expertise of its members, ISpA aims to drive innovation and excellence in the Indian space industry.
ISpA also works towards promoting collaboration between the Indian space industry and international players, thereby enabling the industry to leverage global best practices and technologies. Through its initiatives, ISpA aims to position India as a leading space industry association in the global space ecosystem.
History
On October 11, 2021, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi launched the Indian Space Association as a “single-window” agency for facilitating space sector business opportunities for Indian start-ups and the private sector.
Members
The list of ISpA members are divided in five categories; founding members,core members, associate members, start-up members and other members. It is listed below in alphabetical order;
Founding members
Alpha Design Technologies
Bharti Airtel
Larsen & Toubro
MapmyIndia
Nelco (Tata Group) OneWeb Walchandnagar Industries