Claude Goumy, former chief executive of Matra Marconi Space, was honored with the Arthur C. Clarke Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the development and exploitation of space in a career that spanned commercial, government and military, scientific and weather satellite technology and applications.

Goumy, a European space and satellite industry leader, received an award that is emblematic of advancing the science and technology of communications and other applications satellites as well as making a significant and lasting contribution to the industry.

Speaking at the award ceremony, Goumy said, “I am concerned that a lifetime achievement award suggests that I am finished,” and he reassured the audience that he continues to develop new ideas and approaches to space-based solutions and technology.

(Scott Chase, Arthur C. Clarke Foundation, 301/879-1613)