Space Port Infrastructure Services

Purpose-Built Infrastructure for the Next Generation of Launch Missions

Space Centre Australia’s launch sites led by the flagship Atakani Space Centre in Cape York are being developed to deliver world class spaceport infrastructure and ground based facility services supporting vertical launch, suborbital missions, and advanced aerospace operations.

With initial operations commencing post 2029, our facilities will offer comprehensive, ITAR compliant, and mission ready services for both commercial clients and government programs.

Available Services (Post-2029)

Vehicle Assembly and Launch Integration

  • Dedicated vehicle integration hangars for multiple launch providers

  • Payload encapsulation, environmental testing, and vertical integration pads

  • Onsite cleanrooms and launch control interface suites

Telemetry, Tracking & Command (TT&C)

  • Ground-based telemetry stations with global data relay capability

  • Secure comms and real-time launch monitoring

  • Space surveillance and domain awareness integration (Space Watch™)

Payload Processing and Handling

  • Secure payload storage and transport

  • Fueling stations and hazardous materials compliance (CASA & ATF certified)

  • Pre-launch testing and certification environments

Range Safety and Flight Termination Systems

  • Autonomous and command-based FTS compliant with CASA, FAA, and international standards

  • Integrated airspace and maritime deconfliction protocols

  • Safety zones supported by long-range radar and ADS-B

Support Infrastructure

  • Modular mission control centres and tenant operator facilities

  • Accommodation and operations hub for visiting teams

  • Long-term lease availability for anchor clients and joint venture tenants

Scalable for Global Missions

As a dual-hemisphere operator, Space Centre Australia’s infrastructure is designed for interoperability with NASA, ESA, JAXA, and emerging commercial launch ecosystems. All facilities will be Technology Safeguards Agreement (TSA) aligned and adaptable to allied program requirements.

Post-2029 Facility Highlights at Atakani Space Centre

  • Multi pad vertical launch complex

  • Indigenous partnered land management model

  • Expandable capacity for large scale commercial launch providers

  • Access to equatorial, polar, and sun synchronous orbital paths

  • Sovereign owned infrastructure with optional long term leasing for global partners

CONTACT

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Mailing Address:
P. O. Box 3161, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870

Locations (Australia):

  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia
  • Weipa, Queensland, Australia

Locations (International):

  • Wallops Island, Virginia, United States of America
  • Liverpool, United Kingdom

Hours AEST GMT +10
Mon 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Tue 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Wed 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Thu 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Fri 09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Contact Number:

Australia Only: 1800 971 610

International: +61 402 444 966

USA: +1 571 646 6070

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