FOR RELEASE: (10/09/25)
High Profile Steering Committee Overseeing Awards Also Announced
London, U.K. – October 9, 2025 – The Global Space Awards (GSA), the first international event dedicated to celebrating the achievements defining today’s Golden Era of Space, proudly announces that world-renowned physicist and bestselling author Brian Greene will host the inaugural ceremony.
The event will take place at The Natural History Museum, London and will feature an awards ceremony and black-tie gala dinner, honoring the innovators, investors, and organizations shaping the future of space—from lunar bases and in-orbit manufacturing to sustainable space economies that benefit life on Earth today.
Until now, there has been no unified global platform recognizing these historic accomplishments. The Global Space Awards were created to fill that void—shining a spotlight on the breakthroughs, technologies, and visionaries setting new benchmarks for space innovation at one iconic annual event. The GSA’s core values are based on: innovation, global collaboration, inspiration, integrity and sustainability.
Sanjeev Gordhan of the Global Space Awards CIC states, “We’re thrilled to have Brian playing such a key role in our very first Global Space Awards. He is one of the most prominent science communicators of the 21st century with a unique talent for making complex scientific ideas accessible and engaging. With his rare combination of cutting-edge theoretical expertise and compelling storytelling, he’s the ideal host to bridge the gap between advanced science and public understanding—making him a perfect fit for this landmark event.”
Greene has made groundbreaking discoveries in mathematical physics and superstring theory, including the co-discovery of mirror symmetry and the discovery of spatial topology change. He is known for his clarity, enthusiasm, and thoughtful approach to the philosophical implications of science, often weaving together science and human meaning to show how cosmic questions intersect with our personal lives and existential concerns.
The inaugural Global Space Awards will be overseen by a Steering Committee of highly respected industry leaders. They include Anna Hazlett, Founder & CEO of AzurX and member of the AED 2 billion Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) Advisory & Decision Committee, Andrew Robb, Partner & EMEA Space Practice Leader at Deloitte, Sanjeev Gordhan, General Partner at Type One Ventures, and Hidetaka Aoki, Co-founder and director at Space Port Japan, co-founder of SPACETIDE Foundation and Space Evangelist.
Below is the listing of the Inaugural Global Space Awards:
Playmaker of the Year Award — Awarded to an individual whose defining move this year shifted the trajectory of the space economy. This award celebrates the power players creating momentum across the ecosystem.
Super Scaler of the Year Award — Awarded to a Space company that has demonstrated exceptional commercial growth over the past year. Whether through market expansion, revenue milestones, operational scaling, or capital raised, this award recognizes the breakout businesses charting a path to rapid growth.
Space Investor of the Year Award — Awarded to an investor (angel or institutional) or investment firm who, over the past 12 months, has most meaningfully accelerated the growth and trajectory of their portfolio companies. This award recognizes strategic capital, deep conviction, and hands-on partnership that unlocks real progress.
Partnership of the Year Award — Awarded jointly to a Space company and its corporate or public sector partner(s) whose collaboration has delivered exceptional impact over the past year. This award celebrates partnerships that achieve tangible results, scale technology, and push the boundaries of what’s possible through cross-sector innovation.
Innovation Breakthrough Award — Awarded to a Space company pushing the boundaries of what’s technically possible. This award recognizes radical product or service innovations, DeepTech achievements, or breakthrough moments that set new benchmarks for the sector.
Science Breakthrough Award — Awarded to a research team or individual whose scientific contribution is advancing our understanding of Space, enabling new Space technologies, or altering Space policies. This award spotlights the foundational projects that underpin Space innovation and drives the broader Space ecosystem.
Sustainability for Earth Award — Awarded to a Space company achieving measurable impact on Earth through Space technology. This award celebrates space-derived innovations that address pressing problems on our planet.
Sustainability for Space Award — Awarded to a Space company making the most significant contribution to the long-term sustainability of Space. This award celebrates tangible progress toward a responsible future in orbit.
Anyone can submit a nomination at Globalspaceawards.com. Deadline for submission is October 20, 2025.
About Brian Greene
Brian Greene is a professor of Physics and Mathematics at Columbia University, and Director of Columbia’s Center for Theoretical Physics. He has made groundbreaking discoveries in mathematical physics and superstring theory, including the co-discovery of mirror symmetry and the discovery of spatial topology change. Professor Greene’s books, The Elegant Universe, The Fabric of the Cosmos, The Hidden Reality, and Until the End of Time, have collectively spent 70 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list and sold over two million copies worldwide. Professor Greene is a frequent guest on late-night television and was the host of two Emmy and Peabody award-winning NOVA mini-series based on his books. He also wrote and performed in Light Falls, a live theatrical exploration of Einstein’s discoveries, which was broadcast nationally on PBS. Together with Tracy Day, Professor Greene co-founded the World Science Festival and serves as Chairman of the Board.
About Global Space Awards CIC
Global Space Awards CIC (Community Interest Company) has been established as a not-for-profit entity limited by guarantee to champion the ecosystem for Space. The entity is governed by independent advisory board members who will ensure transparency and fairness of the awards selection process and oversee the financial governance of the operations.
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