Sternula

This week, we went on a roadtrip to Aarhus to attend the National Space Conference 2024 at Aarhus Universitet. 🚗    Highlights included:    The conference primarily revolved around scientific space exploration, which sparked meaningful reflections on how science and commercial innovation can work hand in hand to drive progress.   The introduction of the new Danish government strategy on space research, innovation, and technology, setting a strong direction for the years ahead. 🌌 An engaging keynote by Professor Carole Mundell, ESA’s Director of Science, on the challenges and opportunities within space exploration. 🪐    We also had the opportunity to participate in splinter sessions, where key stakeholders from Forsvaret (the Danish Defence) shared insights on military space operations, while Sune Nordentoft Lauritsen from ESA BIC Denmark led a debate on how to build and strengthen the Danish space eco system with participation from Peter Mandix Sehestedt, Niels Vejrup Carlsen, Dr. Stefan Gustafsson, Søren Pedersen and Loui Halse (ハルセ・ルイ).   Our Aarhus roadtrip left us inspired and energized to keep pushing boundaries in the Danish space ecosystem. 🚀   #NationalSpaceConference #SpaceExploration #Innovation #DanishSpace 

SPACE CURIOSITY 🛰 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 Orbits are the paths objects follow around other objects due to gravity. For example, the Moon orbits Earth, and Earth orbits the Sun. These orbiting objects, called satellites, can be natural (like moons and planets) or artificial (Like satellites we use for purposes like communication, weather monitoring, and research) 🌚 Two common orbits for satellites are: LEO (Low Earth Orbit): LEO is used for satellite imaging telecommunication and space stations due to its proximity to Earth, ranging from 160 to 2,000 km above. Satellites near 160 km travel at 7.8 km/s, completing an orbit in 66 minutes, while those near 2,000 km travel slower completing an orbit in 127 minutes. GEO (Geostationary Orbit): GEO is 35,786 km from Earth, used mainly for weather monitoring and telecommunications. Satellites here travel at 3 km/s, matching Earth’s rotation, staying fixed over one spot. This orbit covers large areas and provides global coverage with fewer satellites. By the way, do you know which orbit our Sternula-1 satellite is in?🌍🚀 #SpaceCuriosity #TypesOfOrbits #Science #Satellites #Space

Aalborg-baserede Sternula blev de første til at flyve en satellit i rummet med nyt AIS 2.0-signal, som kan revolutionere maritim sikkerhed og blive den nye FN-standard for alle større skibe. Sternula sigter efter at have 4 satellitter i rummet i 2026, +16 i 2028 og +40 i 2030. På sigt så mange som muligt, men 60 er det antal, der skal til for at dække hele jorden Vi har taget en snak med co-founder & CEO Lars Moltsen om, hvordan Sternulas rumeventyr pludselig også førte dem ind i cockpittet for sikkerhedssituationen i Østersøen.

Celebrating Accomplishments on a Global Stage 🌍 Please join us in congratulating Michael Rafn and Marie Poulsen for their recent Enterprise Europe Network award win in Internationalization! This award celebrates the outstanding international partnerships that drive impactful innovation, and we are thrilled to be recognized for our role in the MACORSAT project. 🏆 The MACORSAT project brings together a global team focused on enhancing maritime data connectivity. Collaborating with HarborMax in South Korea and DACOMA ApS in Denmark, we’re advancing AIS 2.0 technology to make ship-to-shore data exchange faster and more efficient. This project was made possible through the hard work of our partners and the cross-border connections fostered by Michael Rafn from NordDenmark's EU Office and Jewon Lee from EEN Korea. Their efforts enabled Sternula to join the Eurostars program and connect with an exceptional network of international expertise. We’re thrilled that our work with HarborMax on MACORSAT has already led to an invitation for a new Eurostars collaboration, which has now secured additional EU support. This partnership reflects our shared vision for innovative, efficient communication solutions in the maritime sector, and we’re excited for what’s to come. Here’s to more shared achievements, global recognition, and continued success as we work together to bring our vision to life! Congratulations once again, Michael and Maria! 🎉 #EEN #MACORSAT #Collaboration #Eurostars

Bridging Continents through Innovation 🌏🤝 We had the pleasure of having Principle Scientist, D Kumaran Raju, from the Indian National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC) at our office last week! It was an inspiring opportunity to share our company’s vision, showcase the latest updates on #AIS2.0 and Sternula’s MMS Proxy Ship. Dr. Raju presented how NTCPWC is working to digitalize inland waterways, in particular around the big rivers connecting India and Bangladesh. Exchanging ideas and insights remind us of the incredible value of global perspectives in driving innovation and fostering mutual understanding. 🌐 Dr. Raju’s visit was a chance to extend our collaboration between NTCPWC and Sternula. Sternula is proud to be a partner to NTCPWC's ambition and vision on a national test setup of AIS 2.0 #VDES test bed in India. Proving again that Sternula is the world leader in #AIS 2.0. Here’s to more international connections and shared successes! 🇮🇳💡 #Innovation #MaritimeTech #AIS2.0 #VDES

At the Opening Conference: Fueling the Green & Innovative Future of Maritime in Esbjerg yesterday, we were inspired by insightful conversations with fellow entrepreneurs and maritime leaders. The event, part of Global Entrepreneurship Week Denmark, brought together professionals committed to driving sustainable and innovative change in the industry. 🚢 Our stand offered a great opportunity for networking, and a key moment was our CEO, Lars Moltsen, taking part in the panel discussion "Bridging the Gap: Collaboration between Corporates and Startups for Mutual Success", moderated by Tine Gøtzsche. Lars was joined by Mads Bentzen Billesø, Sriram Giridhar, and Shanker Pillai, illustrating the power of collaboration in fostering growth and transformation within the sector. 🤝 #GEW2024 #Innovation #MaritimeTech #Sustainability #Collaboration

SPACE CURIOSITY 🛰 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐬: 𝐀 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲  Ever wondered how ancient theories still shape our technology today? Johannes Kepler's groundbreaking laws, published between 1609 and 1619, revolutionized our understanding of planetary motion around the Sun and laid the groundwork for modern astronomy. 🚀📡   Johannes Kepler’s three fundamental laws describe the motion of planets around the Sun, revolutionizing our understanding of the cosmos. Kepler’s laws were later generalized to any body orbiting another and were crucial in the development of Isaac Newton’s theory of universal gravitation.   These principles not only helped describe planetary orbits but also influenced everything from satellite technology to innovations in global maritime communications today. 🚢   Learn more about Kepler’s laws from our website article! 🌐 #SpaceCuriosity #Astronomy #KeplersLaws #Science #Space #Physics 

We're excited to be attending the Opening Conference: Fueling the Green & Innovative Future of Maritime and the official opening of Global Entrepreneurship Week Denmark 2024 in Esbjerg on November 11th! Catch us at our stand, and don't miss our CEO Lars Moltsen as he joins a panel discussion on Bridging the Gap: Collaboration between Corporates and Startups for Mutual Success from 17:40 to 18:10 on the main stage. We look forward to connecting with you! 🌊✨ #GEW2024 #Innovation #MaritimeTech #Sustainability #Collaboration 

Meet the beautiful Danish inspection ship, Poul Løwenørn, operated by the Danish Maritime Authority (DMA). 🛳 The vessel came to Aalborg on a sunny Saturday in early November, and we used the opportunity to upgrade its VDES/MMS installation, which is an important element of the testbed of the MaDaMe project, a maritime digitalization project with participation by maritime industry leaders and academia together with the maritime authorities of Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Estonia. The installation allows us to test AIS 2.0 technology in Danish waters and push forward in enhancing maritime connectivity and safety.   Two weeks ago, all project partners gathered in Gdynia, Poland, to review the achievements of the past year and plan for the next two years. The project is truly moving forward at full speed! 🚢    Stay tuned for more updates from the MaDaMe project, which is supported by Interreg Baltic Sea Region! 🌊    #MaDaMeProject #MadeWithInterreg #VDES #AIS2

Two weeks ago, we proudly announced Sternula’s nomination as one of the finalists in the Startup/Scaleup category for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 in Region Northern Jutland. Today, it is with great pleasure that we celebrate the winning of this category! 🚀 This recognition fuels our commitment to advancing maritime communication and expanding globally as a leader in AIS 2.0. Next, we’re eagerly waiting for the final round in late November in Copenhagen! No matter if we win or not, we can’t wait to show the world what’s next for Sternula! ✨ We are grateful to the jury and EY for this incredible honor. Congratulations to the other finalists. Rabatta and Identity Stack, who will come along for the national competition in Copenhagen. Let’s keep breaking new ground and driving the future of maritime/space entrepreneurship forward! 🌊🚢 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Sternula #EYDanmark #Growth