ASTRO GATE Inc. (Head Office: Akiruno City, Tokyo; President: Daisuke Ode; hereinafter “ASTRO GATE”) announces that it visited the Fukushima Prefectural Government to report to Governor Masao Uchibori its receipt of the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award at the 7th Space Development and Utilization Awards.
This award recognizes the contributions of the Japan Aerospace Industry Collaboration Association (AICA)—for which ASTRO GATE’s President, Daisuke Ode, serves as Co-Representative Director—including the organization of space industry conferences in Fukushima Prefecture, support for rocket launch demonstration activities, and the resulting contributions to regional economic revitalization.
Comment from Daisuke Ode, President of ASTRO GATE Inc.
“We are deeply honored to receive the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award. This achievement would not have been possible without the tremendous understanding and support of the people of Fukushima Prefecture. It is a great pleasure to return to Fukushima and share this recognition in person.
At ASTRO GATE, we aim to contribute to both regional development and the advancement of humanity worldwide, with spaceports as a central platform. Moving forward, we will continue to accelerate space-related initiatives in collaboration with an even broader range of regional partners.”
About ASTRO GATE Inc.
ASTRO GATE is a specialized space business company providing end-to-end services—from strategy development to execution—centered on spaceport planning and operations, launch site infrastructure development, and consulting for new space ventures. The company collaborates with governments, municipalities, major corporations, and startups to drive a wide range of space-related projects.
