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Observer
01-07-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman unveils Advanced Air Mobility Sandbox
MUSCAT, JULY 1 Oman's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) recently unveiled its Sandbox AAM Oman 2025 Programme at the prestigious Paris-Le Bourget International Air and Space Show (SIAE), a key initiative that charts the Sultanate's ambitions to integrate Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) into its national transportation strategy. The initiative represents an important regulatory innovation led by the CAA to trial real-world AAM operations—including urban air mobility (UAM) such as air taxis, cargo drones, medical evacuation services, and surveillance missions—within live, controlled environments. Positioned as Oman's official testing ground for emerging air mobility technologies, the Sandbox AAM Oman 2025 Programme is designed to establish a comprehensive framework for safe operations, encompassing regulatory protocols, technical infrastructure, and ecosystem development. Helping facilitate Oman's participation at the Paris show was GUAMobility – Global Urban Air Mobility, a France-based consulting firm that specializes in future-ready transportation solutions. 'As coordinator of this initiative, GUAMobility is proud to support the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) and the CAA in this visionary approach, positioning the Sultanate of Oman as a key player in future air mobility,' the consultancy stated in a post. According to officials, the Sandbox Programme will serve multiple strategic objectives. It will enable the testing of AAM technologies under real-world conditions in a secure, designated Geozone. It will also support the development of an innovative and adaptive regulatory framework for advanced aerial operations. In parallel, the initiative seeks to open market access for industry players and startups to trial and deploy AAM solutions in Oman and the wider region. A core component of the programme is the creation of a national Geozone—an experimental airspace where startups, research institutes, and private-sector operators can conduct trials under CAA oversight. These trials may include drone deliveries, air ambulance services, inter-city passenger transport, and surveillance missions. To support the large-scale deployment of AAM, the initiative also aims to advance the legal, technical, and infrastructural groundwork necessary for full integration. This includes the development of vertiports, airspace coordination systems, traffic management protocols, and robust cybersecurity measures. Several pilot projects are already envisioned as part of the Sandbox Programme. These cover areas such as urban and inter-city air transport, aerial logistics and cargo, medical emergency response, security and surveillance operations, and the establishment of innovation incubators dedicated to AAM research and development. The programme also fosters collaboration among key stakeholders, including government entities, global aerospace leaders like Boeing and Phoenix Space, consulting partners such as GUAMobility, academic institutions, and technology startups. The CAA, working closely with the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT), housing authorities, and urban planners, is currently drafting regulatory and operational guidelines to govern the safe rollout of AAM technologies. A key long-term ambition of the initiative is to position Oman as the host of the ICAO AAM World Forum in 2026, reinforcing the Sultanate of Oman's emerging leadership in regional and global air mobility innovation.
Deccan Herald
19-06-2025
- Business
- Deccan Herald
HAL enters into agreement with SAE for production of LEAP engine parts at Paris Air Show
Paris Air Show, organised by SIAE, a subsidiary of the French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS), is the largest event in the industry, bringing together stakeholders from around the world. This year it is being held from June 16 to June 22.
Cision Canada
18-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Reaction Dynamics Raises CAD $14M in Series A, Reaches CAD $38M in Total Funding Français
A patented propulsion technology positions Reaction Dynamics as a leader in dedicated orbital launch services, rapid replenishment, and reconstitution of satellite constellations. This funding accelerates the path to the company's first suborbital demonstration flight and the commercialization of its launcher, aimed at commercial and defense satellite markets. LE BOURGET, France, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Reaction Dynamics, a Canadian aerospace company based in Québec, announces the closing of its CAD $14 million Series A funding round. This round supports the next phase of development of its hybrid propulsion system, with a first suborbital demonstration flight planned for this winter. The announcement was made at the 2025 International Paris Air Show (SIAE) in Le Bourget. Reaction Dynamics is redefining access to space with a new generation of hybrid launchers. Its technology, designed for deployment from mobile launch infrastructure, offers unprecedented operational flexibility. This innovation serves the commercial sector by enabling fast and efficient replenishment and reconstitution of constellations. It also supports national security applications, including hypersonic platforms. Its hybrid propulsion system, combining solid fuel and liquid oxidizer, stands out for its simplicity, safety, and operational flexibility. The innovative rocket engine drastically simplifies the propulsion architecture, comprising only about a dozen parts compared to nearly 15,000 in traditional liquid-fueled engines. This type of fuel and oxidizer eliminates explosion risks, increasing safety during both ground and flight operations. Reaction Dynamics' Aurora-8 rocket targets the growing market of small satellites under 200 kilograms, offering affordable, rapid, and precise launches into targeted orbits. The company aims to serve both commercial and defense markets. Since its founding in 2017, Reaction Dynamics has successfully completed all major validation milestones of its now-patented technology, with full-system testing underway and a maiden flight expected this winter. This new investment adds to a CAD $10 million grant from the Government of Québec announced last week, as well as previous seed funding, tax credits, and other public support, bringing the total funds raised to date to CAD $38 million. This substantial injection marks a turning point in the company's growth, allowing it to accelerate operations and scale its launch solutions internationally, at a time when space sovereignty is emerging as a strategic national issue. Quote: "We have a clear growth trajectory, with engine testing underway to validate our hybrid propulsion system. A suborbital demonstration flight is scheduled for this winter – a key milestone to demonstrate our technology under real conditions, even though engine reliability is already proven. This funding round will move us closer to commercial deployment and solidify our role as a key player in the Quebec and Canadian space ecosystem," said Bachar Elzein, CEO and CTO of Reaction Dynamics. About Reaction Dynamics Reaction Dynamics is a Quebec-based aerospace company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Longueuil. It specializes in the design of hybrid rockets. With its patented technology that simplifies and secures space launches, Reaction Dynamics offers flexible, cost-effective solutions to quickly deploy small commercial and defense satellites into orbit. The company is contributing to building a dynamic space sector in Quebec while addressing the growing global demand for rapid, on-demand access to space.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Reaction Dynamics Raises CAD $14M in Series A, Reaches CAD $38M in Total Funding
A patented propulsion technology positions Reaction Dynamics as a leader in dedicated orbital launch services, rapid replenishment, and reconstitution of satellite constellations. This funding accelerates the path to the company's first suborbital demonstration flight and the commercialization of its launcher, aimed at commercial and defense satellite markets. LE BOURGET, France, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Reaction Dynamics, a Canadian aerospace company based in Québec, announces the closing of its CAD $14 million Series A funding round. This round supports the next phase of development of its hybrid propulsion system, with a first suborbital demonstration flight planned for this winter. The announcement was made at the 2025 International Paris Air Show (SIAE) in Le Bourget. Reaction Dynamics is redefining access to space with a new generation of hybrid launchers. Its technology, designed for deployment from mobile launch infrastructure, offers unprecedented operational flexibility. This innovation serves the commercial sector by enabling fast and efficient replenishment and reconstitution of constellations. It also supports national security applications, including hypersonic platforms. Its hybrid propulsion system, combining solid fuel and liquid oxidizer, stands out for its simplicity, safety, and operational flexibility. The innovative rocket engine drastically simplifies the propulsion architecture, comprising only about a dozen parts compared to nearly 15,000 in traditional liquid-fueled engines. This type of fuel and oxidizer eliminates explosion risks, increasing safety during both ground and flight operations. Reaction Dynamics' Aurora-8 rocket targets the growing market of small satellites under 200 kilograms, offering affordable, rapid, and precise launches into targeted orbits. The company aims to serve both commercial and defense markets. Since its founding in 2017, Reaction Dynamics has successfully completed all major validation milestones of its now-patented technology, with full-system testing underway and a maiden flight expected this winter. This new investment adds to a CAD $10 million grant from the Government of Québec announced last week, as well as previous seed funding, tax credits, and other public support, bringing the total funds raised to date to CAD $38 million. This substantial injection marks a turning point in the company's growth, allowing it to accelerate operations and scale its launch solutions internationally, at a time when space sovereignty is emerging as a strategic national issue. Quote: "We have a clear growth trajectory, with engine testing underway to validate our hybrid propulsion system. A suborbital demonstration flight is scheduled for this winter – a key milestone to demonstrate our technology under real conditions, even though engine reliability is already proven. This funding round will move us closer to commercial deployment and solidify our role as a key player in the Quebec and Canadian space ecosystem," said Bachar Elzein, CEO and CTO of Reaction Dynamics. About Reaction Dynamics Reaction Dynamics is a Quebec-based aerospace company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Longueuil. It specializes in the design of hybrid rockets. With its patented technology that simplifies and secures space launches, Reaction Dynamics offers flexible, cost-effective solutions to quickly deploy small commercial and defense satellites into orbit. The company is contributing to building a dynamic space sector in Quebec while addressing the growing global demand for rapid, on-demand access to space. SOURCE Reaction Dynamics Lab Inc. View original content:
LeMonde
23-05-2025
- Politics
- LeMonde
NGOs file legal action against Paris Air Show for showcasing Israeli companies
The 55 th edition of the Paris Air Show, set to take place from June 16 to 22 at the Parc des Expositions in Paris, has come under pressure amid heightened international tensions. Following the lead of 145 organizations, parties, collectives and unions, the leaders of the left-wing groups on the Seine-Saint-Denis departmental council, backed by Socialist president of the administrative department Stéphane Troussel, called on for Israeli companies to be excluded from the Paris Air Show on Monday, May 19, given the war crimes committed by Israel in Gaza. Alongside these calls, two emergency legal complaints were filed against SIAE, a subsidiary of the French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS), which organizes the biennial show. The first complaint accuses SIAE of promoting and allowing the participation of companies, delegations and intermediaries suspected of being directly or indirectly involved in international crimes (war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide) in the Palestinian territories. The complaint is being brought by the organizations Al-Haq, French Jewish Union for Peace (UJFP), Attac, Stop Fueling War (SFW) and Survie. The second complaint accuses SIAE of promoting and allowing the participation of companies that indirectly fuel the conflicts in Ukraine and Sudan through arms deliveries to third-country firms such as those in the United Arab Emirates. It was supported by the same organizations except for Al-Haq and UJFP.
