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Prime Minister’s Space Prizes 2025: Dawn Aerospace CEO & Student Honored

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Stefan Powell, co-founder and CEO of Dawn Aerospace, and Southland student Sophie Ineson are the 2025 recipients of the Prime Minister’s Space Prizes, recognized for their innovation and contributions to New Zealand’s growing space industry. The space sector has seen significant growth, with revenue increasing 53% to $2.68 billion and supporting 17,000 skilled jobs, highlighting its economic importance and potential. Both winners will receive financial awards to support their work and education, underscoring New Zealand’s commitment to fostering talent and leadership in the global space industry.

Tags: Stefan Powell Sophie Ineson Dawn Aerospace Prime Minister’s Space Prizes Christopher Luxon Megan Whelan Collins New Zealand space industry space exploration advanced aviation sector space sector growth