Maritime Launch Appoints Ian McLeod to Board of Directors as Company Enters a New Phase of Growth Advancing Orbital Launch Capability in Canada
Maritime Launch (OTCQB: MAXQF) announced on November 25, 2025 that Ian McLeod has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
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Maritime Launch (OTCQB: MAXQF) announced on November 25, 2025 that Ian McLeod has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. McLeod is vice president of corporate development at MDA Space and brings over 30 years of experience in space and defence across multiple global regions.
The company said McLeod will support Maritime Launch as it advances toward orbital launch operations and the development of Spaceport Nova Scotia. His appointment follows a recent strategic investment by MDA Space and is described as strengthening strategic alignment and partnerships to position Maritime Launch as a trusted launch services provider for domestic and allied missions.
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- Board appointment effective Nov 25, 2025
- Director experience: over 30 years in space and defence
- Strategic alignment with MDA Space after a recent strategic investment
- Focus on advancing Spaceport Nova Scotia toward orbital launches
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Mr. McLeod is a member of the executive leadership team at MDA Space, serving as Vice President of Corporate Development. Ian brings over 30 years of experience in the space and defence sectors. Mr. McLeod's career spans engineering, program management, business development, executive leadership, and international business, with projects delivered across
"I am pleased to join the Board of Maritime Launch at such a defining moment for the company and for
MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, and a world leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. Mr. McLeod's appointment further strengthens the strategic alignment between the two organizations following MDA Space's recent strategic investment in Maritime Launch, as they work together to advance
"Ian's experience in both the public and private sectors, along with his deep understanding of international space markets, will be invaluable as we advance Spaceport Nova Scotia," said Sasha Jacob, Chair of the Board of Directors. "As Maritime Launch enters the next phase of execution and scaling, Ian's perspective will help guide strategic growth, strengthen global partnerships, and ensure the Company is positioned as a trusted launch services provider for both domestic and allied missions. His appointment reflects the Board's focus on building a commercially strong, internationally competitive spaceport that delivers long-term value to
Mr. McLeod joins the Board of Directors alongside Stephen Matier, President and Chief Executive Officer; Sylvain LaPorte; Rita Thiel; and Board Chair Sasha Jacob.
About Maritime Launch Services
Maritime Launch (Cboe CA: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) is a Canadian-owned commercial space company based in
For more information about Maritime Launch and Spaceport Nova Scotia, visit www.maritimelaunch.com
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