United International University (UIU) has made Bangladesh proud on the global stage. The UIU Mars Rover Team secured 3rd place worldwide and was ranked 1st in Asia at the prestigious Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) 2025, held from July 23 to 27 in Ankara, Türkiye.
In addition to their world-class ranking, the team won two special category awards:
- Best Autonomous Driving & Control System Team
- Best Science Team
These accolades recognize the UIU team’s remarkable achievements in robotics, autonomous navigation, and scientific research. Their Mars rover demonstrated cutting-edge engineering, intelligent control systems, and high-level innovation in space exploration technology.
The Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) is an international competition that brings together top university teams to design and operate Mars rover prototypes, simulating tasks similar to actual extraterrestrial exploration missions.
The success of UIU not only cements its position as a leading institution in robotics and AI in Bangladesh but also showcases the growing potential of Bangladeshi students in space research and innovation. The team’s performance received high praise from international judges and fellow participants alike.