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Keep up to date with the latest South Australian news, media releases and events related to space industry innovation, opportunities, research and entrepreneurial development.

26 August 2026
Adelaide space companies reunite for satellite mission
Two Adelaide space companies will work together on a next-generation satellite mission scheduled for launch in 2027, further strengthening Australia’s sovereign space capability and Space Domain Awareness expertise.

26 August 2026
Small town BIG MISSION: Find out which regional town hosts astronaut simulations
In the quiet, rolling paddocks of Adelaide University’s Roseworthy campus, you might not expect to see the future of lunar exploration taking shape.

25 August 2026
Nova Systems strengthens defence space capability through global partnership
South Australia’s Nova Systems, an engineering and aerospace firm, has partnered with global Earth Observation company Planet to enhance the nation’s defence and security capabilities.

14 August 2026
From west to east: Southern Launch expands into the ACT
South Australian space company Southern Launch has expanded into the nation's capital with the intent of advancing Australia’s sovereign space and national security capabilities.

13 August 2026
First flight a success for all Australian rocket motor
The first fully Australian-designed and manufactured advanced solid rocket motor has successfully completed a flight test at the Koonibba Test Range in the state’s far west, in what has been described as a “defining moment” for South Australian space company, Southern Launch.

23 July 2026
SASIC partners with Space Florida to advance global launch ambitions
The South Australian Space Industry Centre (SASIC) has strengthened South Australia’s ties with one of the world’s leading space ecosystems through a new agreement with Space Florida.

22 July 2026
Saber Astronautics launches new software for spacecraft constellation operations
Saber Astronautics has unveiled Saber Commander, a new software platform designed for spacecraft and satellite constellation operations.

21 July 2026
SASIC and SIAA partner to support South Australian space start-ups
Emerging South Australian space companies will have the unique opportunity to accelerate their growth and national profile through a new partnership between the South Australian Space Industry Centre (SASIC) and the Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA).

15 July 2026
Inovor Technologies expands Australia-Japan space collaboration
South Australian satellite manufacturer Inovor Technologies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japanese space technology company SpaceData Inc. to explore new commercial opportunities in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA).

6 July 2026
South Australian startups tackling challenges on Earth and in space
South Australia is continuing to grow its space industry capability with eight locally founded startups selected to take part in this year’s Venture Catalyst Space program.

17 June 2026
SA program to fast-track space and defence start-ups
A new program designed to accelerate entry into South Australia’s growing space and defence sectors will launch this July, equipping researchers, engineers and aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools and connections to turn ideas into viable ventures.

16 June 2026
Global investment powers South Australia’s quantum future
South Australia’s advanced technology sector has received a major boost with homegrown quantum technology company QuantX Labs securing US$5 million in seed funding from leading global investor Serendipity Capital.

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