Tag: Australian space industry
SmartSat invests $2.3M in autonomous satellite technologies for in-orbit servicing
SmartSat, a leading player in Australia's space technology sector, announced a $2.3 million investment towards pioneering research aimed at bolstering the nation's capabilities in In-orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM).
UNSW experts predict major advances in space mining, space junk mgmt for the next...
In celebration of World Space Week, experts from the University of New South Wales have weighed in on the future of the space industry, outlining several significant trends expected to shape the next decade.
Southern Launch partners with UK-based Space Forge for satellite test range
Australian space launch provider Southern Launch has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UK-based Space Forge to explore possibilities of Satellite Return to Southern Launch’s Koonibba Test Range, further expanding the in-space manufacturing market.
Valiant Space wins $750,000 Supply Chain Grant
The Australian Space Agency has awarded Valiant Space a $750,000 grant as part of the Australian Government's Moon to Mars Initiative.
The Supply Chain project,...
Successful engine test brings Australian space launch capability a step closer
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An Australian research consortium has successfully tested a next generation propulsion system that could enable high-speed flight and space launch services.
The team’s rotating...
Australia’s Gilmour Space inks launch and transportation service deal with Momentus Inc.
Queensland-based hybrid rocket company Gilmour Space Technologies has reached an agreement for launch and orbital transport services with Momentus Inc. – a commercial space...
Australian Space Agency launches in Adelaide
Prime Minister Scott Morrison officially opened the Australian Space Agency’s new premises at Adelaide’s innovation precinct, Lot Fourteen.
Speaking at the official launching ceremony, Mr...
Government announces funding boost for Australia’s space sector
The Federal Government will invest $12 million dollars to foster the growth of a globally competitive Australian space industry.
In making the announcement, Minister for...
ANU launches new Institute for Space
The Australian National University (ANU) has launched a new organisation that will coordinate its future space endeavours.
Named InSpace, the Institute will coordinate technology R&D, science...
Victoria turns up pressure to become home of Australia’s space agency
Victoria is ramping up its lobbying efforts to become the home of Australia's space agency with the launch of a new campaign promoting the state's...