Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Wear Omega Speedmaster Watches in Historic Space Mission

Indian space astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is going to make history as the first Indian to fly to the International Space Station (ISS) on June 8, 2025, aboard the Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4). Along with his historic mission, Shukla will don two bespoke Omega Speedmaster watches, which are designed for harsh space environments.

 

1. The Watches: Accuracy for Space Travel

2. The History of Omega in Space

3. Luxury at a Price in Space

4. The Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4)

The mission is intended to carry out scientific research, foster international cooperation, and develop space tourism.

 

Sources: DNA India, WION