Technopark-based firm in Kerala to launch its satellite

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Technopark-based satellite manufacturing company HEX20 is all set to become Kerala’s first startup to partner with US launch provider Space Exploration Technologies Corporation for launching its maiden satellite Nila, named after the Nila river, as well as the moniker of the Technopark building where HEX20 is currently located. HEX20 plans to set up a ground station for satellite command and control at Marian College of Engineering, Menamkulam. HEX20 has signed an MoU with academic institutions to bring in talents in the area of small satellite development, sub system development, and ground station services,” said Aravind. The team has made pacts with Government Engineering College Barton Hill, Marian College of Engineering, Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Trinity Engineering College to train students.