Canberra’s played a critical role in some of the biggest events in international space exploration.

We’ve provided vital support from the first moon landing to the Phoenix landing on Mars.

Internationally-renowned industry capability

Canberra contributes significantly to the global space industry through our:

• research and education institutions
• innovative local SMEs
• global exporters
• multinational companies with large space programs

Our key strengths

The Canberra region provides expertise and capabilities in:

• communication technologies and services
• satellite ground stations
• space situational awareness and debris monitoring
• earth observation satellites and services
• positional navigation and timing infrastructure
• spatial technology and support services
• space-related tourism

We’ve positioned ourselves well to lead the space industry. We also:

• lead in education, research and strategic thinking
• have access to a large, highly technical and scientific workforce
• get involved in international collaboration
• offer key Government partners for Australia’s space industry
• have space facilities are within a 25-minute drive from major civic centres
• near top-ranked universities and research institutions
• have business organisations and resources are designed to encourage industry growth

Support from the ACT government

To learn more about opportunities within Canberra’s space sector, contact us or visit:

• Canberra’s Space Sector
  Outlines our space sector capabilities and the ACT Government’s support for it.
• Canberra Region Space Industry Capability Directory
  A list of Canberra companies offering products and services in the space sector.