Global Infrastructure SherpaSKA Observatory (SKAO)
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is an intergovernmental organization headquartered in the UK, responsible for building and operating the world's largest radio telescope. With staff across its UK headquarters and telescope sites in Australia and South Africa, it is developing a multi-billion euro scientific infrastructure project to advance astrophysics.
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Strategic Overview
- SKAO operates as an intergovernmental organization, relying on international collaboration and funding for its multi-billion euro scientific infrastructure project.
- The project involves significant greenfield development of large-scale digital and power infrastructure in remote locations in Australia and South Africa.
- SKAO is a major consumer of high-performance computing and data center services, driving innovation in these areas for scientific applications.
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Technologies
Data Center1
Geography
Australia1
Key People
Prof. Philip Diamond
Director-General
Dr. Robert Braun
Science Director
Dr. Lewis Ball
Operations Director
Track Record
3
Deals Completed
3
Years Active
€B2M
Total Value
Notable projects: SKA-Low Telescope (Australia), SKA-Mid Telescope (South Africa)
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