Kathmandu, May 17
Mach24 Orbitals, a Nepali space-tech startup, has been accepted into
the Nvidia Inception Programme, an international initiative supporting emerging
companies harnessing artificial intelligence.
"This marks a significant milestone for Nepal’s growing
technology sector and space exploration ambitions," the company said in a statement.
According to it, the selection follows Mach24’s recent presentation
at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in New Delhi, where its hybrid-rocket prototype drew
attention from global aerospace stakeholders. The company plans to utilise AI
technologies to accelerate the development of Nepal’s first orbital-class
rocket.
Nvidia, a global leader in AI computing and GPU (Graphics Processing
Unit) technology, launched the Inception Programme to assist innovative
startups through technical resources and business support.
"Inclusion in the programme provides Mach24 with access to
tools that will enhance rocket-engine simulations and trajectory design,
potentially reducing development and testing timeframes," read the
statement.
This development arrives as Mach24 prepares for a 100 km suborbital
test flight later this year, with an orbital launch targeted for 2029. The
company’s efforts signal a broader shift in Nepal’s technological capabilities
and aspirations, traditionally overshadowed by limited infrastructure and
resources in the aerospace sector.
“For a Nepali startup to enter this global league is proof that we
have what it takes to compete. This is a moment of national pride,” said
Himalaya Adhikari, Co-founder and Chief of Operations at Mach24 Orbitals. As
space-tech continues to evolve globally, Mach24’s journey may help place Nepal
on the map as an emerging player in the field.
Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 18 May 2025.
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