These services include providing satellite imagery to end-users, providing global civil aviation with space weather information, and supporting satellite missions over Africa.
The training base is part of the Ajyal programme which aims to instil inspiration in generations to achieve leadership in space science.
While half of the investment is reserved for ArianeGroup to fund the development of the Ariane 6 launcher, the other half will go into space-related venture capital funds.
Thales Alenia Space will offer vital modules for transportation to support Europes decision to participate in the Mars Sample Return mission and Moon exploration missions.
