Pakistan’s delegation representing the Institute of Space Technology (IST) has secured three prestigious distinctions at the International Space Games (ISG) 2026, held in Moscow, Russia, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in space science, engineering and mission operations.
Pakistan wins three honours at Int’l Space Games 2026 IN Moscow
ISLAMABAD, Nov 05 (APP):Pakistan’s delegation representing the Institute of Space Technology (IST) has secured three prestigious distinctions at the International Space Games (ISG) 2026, held in Moscow, Russia, showcasing the country’s growing capabilities in space science, engineering and mission operations.
At the closing and awards ceremony, Team Pakistan received the awards for ‘Best Mission Control Centre (MCC) Team’, ‘Best Flight Engineer’ and ‘Outstanding Overall Coordination’, marking a significant achievement for the country’s young space professionals and students.
The International Space Games brought together participants from eight countries to compete in a simulated space-mission environment, featuring intensive 48-hour habitat expeditions. The teams undertook engineering assignments, mission-control operations, scientific activities and simulated emergency scenarios to test their technical expertise, decision-making abilities and teamwork.
Pakistan was represented by an 11-member delegation comprising habitat crew members, mission-control personnel, consulting experts and professional jury members.
The habitat crew included Ayesha Jamil, Fakhar Arooj, Alishba Tanveer, Maheera Fatima and Hafiz Muhammad Abdullah, while Syeda Maryam Murtaza and Humail Amir Nawaz represented the Mission Control Centre.
Mohammad Daniyal Hasnain and Talha Zubair served as consulting experts, while Dr. Rehan Mahmood and Engr. Maheen Zulfiqar participated as professional jury members.
Dr. Rehan Mahmood, Director of the Space Systems and Technology Research Lab (SSTRL) at IST, served as the National Coordinator and Head of the Pakistan delegation.
The awards reflected the technical excellence, dedication, teamwork and coordination demonstrated by the Pakistani delegation throughout the competition.
The delegation’s participation followed months of preparation and technical training, culminating in the challenging habitat expedition and the international awards ceremony.
The Institute of Space Technology congratulated the award recipients and all members of Team Pakistan on their achievements and appreciated the organisers, host institutions and international partners for making the event possible.
Beyond the distinctions, the participation provided Pakistan’s young space enthusiasts with valuable international exposure, practical technical experience and opportunities to strengthen their expertise in space exploration and engineering.
