Updated 6/24/2025
Arianespace, founded in 1980 as the world’s first commercial satellite launch company, commissioned Society Awards to create and manufacture golden rocket awards for the Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) Hall of Fame.
Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) Hall of Fame
Previosuly know as the Society of Satellite Professionals Internation, SSPI is a global association which recognizes and celebrates the important contributions of the visionary scientists who have made life on earth better through satellite technology. Each year SSPI welcomes members into its Hall of Fame by recognizing those pioneers who have successfully introduced technologies, utilized satellite technologies or contributed overall to the association’s mission.
Crafting an Award Worthy of Space Achievements
Arianespace realized the value of having a formal award to present to Hall of Fame inductees at the SSPI annual meeting and came to Society Awards to manufacture the Stellar Award, a reproduction of the Ariane 5 rocket which delivers payloads into geostationary orbits. Society Awards decided that the sculpture would be more beautiful if it was abstract and minimalist; we wanted it to look like a golden sculpture and not a gold colored model, so it had to clearly represent the client’s vehicle, yet also remain symbolic.
Society cast the awards and then plated each replica in 24K gold. The award is iconic and a widely recognized symbol within the aerospace industry. Arianespace noted “the awards looked wonderful and we are so happy our team found you!”
Explore our custom awards gallery for more out of this world designs.
Presitious Modern Art and Science Awards
Custom awards like the Stellar Award reflect the bold innovation and exceptional achievement that define the modern aerospace industry. Designed and produced for Arianespace and SSPI Hall of Fame recipients, the Stellar Award symbolizes a partnership rooted in precision, creativity, and a shared pursuit of excellence. As space technology continues to evolve, this remarkable trophy stands as a tribute to those reaching beyond boundaries and as a work of art that truly soars.
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