ProtoSpace Mfg Sponsors 2025 Canadian International Rover Challenge

ProtoSpace Mfg, the advanced manufacturing division of the Protocase Companies, has been announced as the title sponsor of the 2025 Canadian International Rover Challenge (CIRC), an international university-level robotics competition simulating Mars exploration challenges. The event, organized by the Canadian Space Technology Advancement Group (CSTAG), will take place in Drumheller, Alberta, and will see engineering students from around the world testing their custom-built planetary rovers in various tasks. ProtoSpace Mfg is providing significant support, including $2,000 USD in manufacturing credit for each team, precision-manufactured equipment for the Arm Dexterity challenge, on-the-ground support from its staff, and ongoing mentorship. The competition aims to push the boundaries of design thinking, fabrication, and systems integration, preparing the next generation of space scientists with real-world experience.

The CIRC's unique format includes robotic navigation, sample collection, and the only nighttime rover challenge of its kind, the rugged overnight 'Traversal'. Dr. Doug Milburn, Chairman of the Protocase Companies, emphasized the importance of supporting such initiatives to foster bold, imaginative engineering. Additional sponsors include Nordspace and Birchcliff Energy, contributing to the growth of Canada's most compelling space engineering challenge. For more information, visit ProtoSpace Mfg.