Mumbai, 17th December 2020: Godrej Aerospace, a business of
Godrej & Boyce a Godrej Group Company, today partnered with the Indian Space
Research Organization in the successful launch of the CMS-01 communications
satellite using the PSLV-C50. The 52nd mission of PSLV launched CMS-01 from
Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota.
CMS-01 is the 42nd Communication Satellite of India and replaces the GSAT 12R
which was launched in 2011. The CMS-01 is a communication satellite envisaged
for providing services in the Extended-C Band of the frequency spectrum. The
Extended-C Band coverage will include Indian mainland, Andaman-Nicobar &
Lakshadweep Islands. Godrej Aerospace played a key role by manufacturing the
Vikas contour engine used to propel for the second stage of the rocket and
satellite thrusters.
Speaking on this occasion, Surendra M Vaidya, EVP & Business Head, Godrej
Aerospace, said, “It gives us immense pride to be associated with
ISRO for yet another successful launch. We are proud manufacturers of the Vikas
contour engine and the satellite thrusters and are glad to have contributed the
same for this launch. At Godrej, we are proudly committed to the cause of
driving indigenous manufacturing for India’s space programs which are key to
propel India’s technological prowess on the global stage. We look forward to
enhancing our participation for ISRO’s future endeavours.”
Godrej Aerospace has been partnering with ISRO for over 30 years to manufacture
complex systems such as the liquid propulsion engines for PSLV and GSLV rockets,
thrusters for satellites, and antenna systems. Godrej Aerospace has also played
an integral part in the Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions to the Moon and
Mars, respectively.
About Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
Godrej & Boyce (‘G&B’), a Godrej Group company, was founded in 1897, and has
contributed to India’s journey of self-reliance through manufacturing. G&B
patented the world’s first springless lock and since then, has diversified into
14 businesses across various sectors from Security, Furniture, Aerospace to
Infrastructure and Defence. Godrej is one of India’s most trusted brands serving
over 1.1bn customers worldwide daily.
For further information, please contact:
Nalini Kala – nalini@godrej.com
Elizabeth Bocarro – ebocarro@godrej.com