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President Lula signs law that will propel Brazil into the space race, strengthening its position in the global launch market and in the development of advanced technologies, such as rockets and satellites.
Brazil has just taken a giant step forward in the space race! President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) has signed into law Law No. 15.083, creating Alada, a state-owned company dedicated to the development and exploration of aerospace technologies, such as rockets and satellites. This initiative promises to put the country in the spotlight in the global market for space launches and advanced technologies. Read on to understand the law signed by President Lula for launching rockets and satellites in Brazil.
What is Alada?
Alada is a subsidiary of NAV Brazil, a state-owned company created in 2020 and linked to the Ministry of Defense. Initially focused on air navigation services, NAV is now expanding its operations with the creation of Alada. The new company will aim to develop, certify and commercialize aerospace technologies, in addition to managing satellite networks and carrying out rocket launches. According to the sanctioned text, Alada will be responsible for:
- Development of technologies for air and space navigation;
- Research and certification of aerospace equipment;
- Protection of intellectual property in the area;
- Support to the Air Force Command in strategic projects;
- Satellite network management.
Rocket and satellite launches in Brazil: Why is the creation of Alada so important?
The launch of rockets and satellites in Brazil has always been seen as a great opportunity to boost the country's aerospace sector. With the creation of Alada, Brazil will be able to consolidate itself as a relevant player in this market, which moves billions of dollars annually.
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The initiative also seeks to strengthen the Brazilian Space Program, which has already been growing with international investments and partnerships. According to Astronaut Senator Marcos Pontes, former Minister of Science and Technology, commercial exploration of space flights can bring enormous economic returns, in addition to fostering technological innovation in the country.
Structure and operation of the state-owned company
During the first four years, Alada will be able to hire technicians and administrative staff on a temporary basis to facilitate its initial operations. These hires will be considered to be in the public interest, ensuring that the company can start operating without bureaucratic obstacles.
The new state-owned company will also be able to provide public servants and military to compose its team. If this occurs, Alada will reimburse the costs to the originating organizations. In addition, it may offer supplementary pension plans to its employees, attracting talent to the area.
Another important point is the possibility of the Union assuming direct control of the subsidiary. This means that the federal government will be able to integrate Alada's projects into national policies for the aerospace sector, strengthening its strategic presence.
Economic and technological impact
With the creation of Alada, Brazil enters the route of countries that dominate the aerospace sector. The satellite and rocket market is booming, with demand for services such as satellite internet, environmental monitoring and space exploration growing exponentially.
The economic exploitation of this infrastructure could generate billions in revenue, boosting the national economy. In addition, research and development of advanced technologies benefit sectors such as telecommunications, agriculture and defense.
Political support and partnerships
The creation of Alada was widely praised by political leaders and experts. Astronaut Senator Marcos Pontes highlighted the importance of the state-owned company in consolidating Brazil as a leading player in the aerospace sector. According to him, the initiative demonstrates the country's commitment to innovation and international competitiveness.
During the bill's passage through Congress, opportunities for strategic partnerships were also highlighted. Private companies and international institutions will be able to collaborate with Alada, bringing investment and expertise to future projects.
A promising future for the Brazilian space program
The enactment of Law No. 15.083 marks a historic moment for Brazil. With Alada, the country not only strengthens its technological capacity, but also expands its influence in the global rocket and satellite market. The expectation is that the state-owned company will attract new investments, generate qualified jobs and place Brazil at the forefront of aerospace exploration.
Now, all that remains is to follow the next steps of this journey. Will Brazil finally take off in the space sector? Everything indicates that it will, and Alada could be the one responsible for taking the country to the top of this highly competitive market.
I don't know where you guys who write these articles manage to get anything positive out of it.
It will not solve our problems in the space sector, it will cost a lot of public money, it will be a jobless job and in the end it will end up like the bullet train.
Cover me later.
There are people who despise investments in the following sectors: social policies, economic education and now technology... This is the great spirit of the far right of Mutts, go and ruin Venezuela with your **** ideology.
Calm down, my friend, you're really mad. Take it easy on that little heart of yours. The guy there is not against investments in the aerospace sector or any of the sectors you mentioned. He was just giving his opinion on the creation of Alada. It's not about "disdaining investments," but rather questioning the efficiency and need for the creation of yet another state-owned company, which, in my opinion, is not necessary at all, considering that we already have agencies that could and can very well perform the functions of Alada.
I agree with you that everything in Brazil always tends to the worst possible path, as if we were irremediably destined for failure. However, there is no shortage of examples of Brazilian state-owned companies that were or continue to be driving forces behind our technological development (e.g.: PETROBRAS, EMBRAPA, EMBRAER, etc.). As for the bullet train, the problem is obviously the very strong lobby of the airlines that fear the loss of passengers on the Rio-São Paulo air bridge.
And what are INPE (National Institute for Space Research) and CTA (Aerospace Technical Center) for?
This is more of a LEGAL and ACCOUNTING issue than a PRACTICAL one. The creation of a mixed economy company to take care of this area will allow the government to have the option of opening up capital in the future to attract investments, which is not possible with agencies such as INPE and CTA.