Canterbury University Aerospace Club Wins at Spaceport America Cup

In a field featuring over 120 teams from 20 countries, Canterbury University's team emerged victorious in the '30,000 Foot' category, surpassing 28 other teams with their innovative use of off-the-shelf components.

Space Minister Judith Collins commends Canterbury University’s Aerospace Club for their outstanding achievement at the prestigious Spaceport America Cup, the largest inter-collegiate rocket engineering competition worldwide.

In a field featuring over 120 teams from 20 countries, Canterbury University's team emerged victorious in the '30,000 Foot' category, surpassing 28 other teams with their innovative use of off-the-shelf components.

Minister Collins expressed enthusiasm over the team's international triumph, emphasizing the significance of such ambition in advancing New Zealand's space and aerospace sectors. She highlighted the pivotal role of talented individuals in shaping the country's economy, encouraging more students to pursue studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

"This success not only showcases the exceptional talent within Canterbury University but also underscores the bright future ahead for our space industry," Minister Collins remarked. She hopes that the Aerospace Club's accomplishment will inspire others to contribute to New Zealand's burgeoning space economy, emphasizing the importance of STEM education in fostering future innovation.

The achievement at Spaceport America Cup underscores New Zealand's growing presence in global aerospace initiatives, positioning the country as a hub for pioneering advancements in space technology.