The informational event of Prisma Electronics SA was held with great success at the Grande Bretagne Hotel, on the occasion of the upcoming launch of the first Greek business (IoT) nanosatellite MICE-1 into space.
The event was attended by representatives of the State, the Armed Forces, the business and academic worlds, as well as journalists from the fields of technology, shipping and economics, who were informed about the progress and importance of the project.
The event was welcomed by the Minister of Digital Governance, Mr. Dimitris Papastergiou, who, among other things, emphasized that:
“My presence at the MICE-1 event is practical proof that Greek innovation knows no geographical boundaries. From Alexandroupolis to Space, Prisma Electronics proves that the Greek region can play a leading role on the global map of technology and high-value industry.”
Mr. Papastergiou then referred to the national microsatellite program, emphasizing its importance in the field of cutting-edge technologies.
Greece must continue investing in space, making its mark as a country that can produce cutting-edge technologies, and congratulated PRISMA for its effort and expressed full support for its vision.
Greetings were also delivered by Mr. Athanasios Potsis, President of EVIDITE, who referred to the importance of cooperation between the state, industry and the academic community for the development of Greek space technology, as well as Mr. George Christopoulos, COO of Laskaridis Shipping, who underlined the strategic value of LAROS for shipping, particularly, as he emphasized, today when Greek shipping is facing significant technological, geopolitical and environmental challenges. MICE-1 is a key for the development of ocean-going shipping.
Keynote speakers at the event were Mr. Frédéric Rouesnel, Program Director of the European Space Agency (ESA), who presented the European perspectives and ESA’s participation in the project, Mr. Christos Giordamlis, CEO of Prisma Electronics, who highlighted the company’s role in the Greek space ecosystem, as well as Mr. Stefanos Chartomatzidis, CCO of the LAROS system.
Mr. Chartomatzidis analyzed the practical applications as well as the prospects opened by MICE-1 in maritime technology and the importance of integrating LAROS into a satellite network.
Afterwards, the CEO of Prisma Electronics, Mr. Christos Giordamlis, after thanking the state and the academic community, emphasized that:“Today’s event marks a historic milestone for Greek space technology. MICE-1 is not just the first Greek business nanosatellite; it is proof that Greece can design, manufacture and launch satellites with practical application in the market and in environmental protection.
The development and construction of MICE-1 in Alexandroupolis, in collaboration with leading international partners, opens new horizons for sustainable shipping, innovation and technological self-sufficiency of the country. We are proud to connect the Greek business and technology community with space and actively contribute to the creation of a dynamic ecosystem for young scientists and Greek companies.
“We hope,”continued Mr.
Giordamlis, “that the strategy that the government has outlined for Greece’s space presence will continue with new resources and consistency over time.”
During the event, the technical, environmental and business dimensions of the MICE-1 (Marine Identification and Communications Cubesat) project were presented, as well as how the satellite will contribute to green and sustainable shipping by enhancing the LAROS system, Prisma Electronics’ innovative platform that already supports hundreds of ships worldwide.
After the presentations, a question and answer session and open discussion with journalists followed, where the company’s executives answered questions regarding the operation of the satellite, the collaboration with the European Space Agency and the project’s broader contribution to the National Microsatellite Program.
The launch of MICE-1 is expected to take place in mid-November, marking Greece’s entry into the new era of nanosatellite applications and confirming Prisma Electronics’ contribution to the global innovation map.
