Partners

Principal partner

Space Centre Australia is an emerging leader in the global space industry with it’s Headquarters based in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. Established in 2019 to facilitate the nation’s entry into the international space market, the organisation is committed to advancing space exploration, research, and technology. Leveraging its strategic location near the equator, Space Centre Australia is developing state-of-the-art launch facilities capable of supporting a wide range of missions, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), High Earth Orbit (HEO), and deep space exploration.

The company is focused on fostering innovation and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on international partnerships and environmental stewardship. Space Centre Australia’s future comprehensive facilities are designed to accommodate a diverse array of space missions, from satellite deployments to interplanetary exploration. With a mission to drive Australia’s space capabilities and contribute to global space exploration, Space Centre Australia is positioning to become a key player in the next frontier of the global space industry.

Gold partners

APD Space is an Australian engineering company that transforms decades of field-proven expertise in critical infrastructure, telecommunications, automation, and advanced manufacturing into innovative space solutions. We specialize in the design, deployment, and operation of ground-based and near-space systems that support satellite operations.

Our work begins on the ground: APD Space designs, builds, and deploys end-to-end satellite ground infrastructure, including radio observatories, backhaul base stations, and fully integrated ground station sites. These systems form the backbone of modern space operations, keeping satellites connected, data flowing, and missions operational.

APD Space brings advanced design and manufacturing capabilities into the space domain, producing precision-engineered components for extreme environments. Leveraging 3D manufacturing, robotics, and autonomous systems, we support the development of space-adjacent hardware with sovereign Australian capability and reduced dependency on global supply chains.

Beyond the ground, APD Space operates stratospheric balloon platforms that extend capability into near space. These platforms support Earth observation, atmospheric monitoring, and communications relay, while also providing a flexible and cost-effective environment for testing and validating new technologies, without the delays and expense associated with orbital launches.

We build the systems that keep space working.

Made in Australia. Built for the world.

Event partners

ANSTO is Australia’s centre of nuclear excellence Landmark infrastructure places The organisation is at the forefront of translational nuclear science and technology research and innovation ANSTO is actively working to address some of the most challenging issues facing Australia today in human health, the environment, advanced materials, and critical minerals ANSTO produces nuclear medicines to improve the health of the Australian community, and plays a crucial role as an adviser on nuclear technology to the Australian Government, industry and education sectors, and the broader scientific community ANSTO’s activities encompass manufacturing, research and advisory functions linked to its mandate.

Halocell Energy is commercialising next-generation perovskite photovoltaics to capture high-value markets in drones, satellites, and specialised power systems.

Our lightweight, flexible modules deliver industry-leading power density, broad-spectrum performance (including superior output in low-light and cloudy conditions), and radiation tolerance. This directly solves major industry pain points: excessive weight, high costs, and long lead times for space-grade power solutions, enabling significantly longer flight times for fixed-wing UAVs and more accessible satellite constellations.

Backed by proprietary chemistry, Australian-made roll-to-roll manufacturing, and full recyclability, Halocell achieves high-efficiency modules at a fraction of the cost of conventional technologies. The company is supported by government grants and strategic partnerships with leading research institutions (ANU, QUT, UQ) and industry players (Gilmour Space, V-Tol Aerospace, and others).

The Innovative Launch, Automation, Novel Materials, Communications and Hypersonics (iLAuNCH) Trailblazer is an Australian Government Department of Education Program led by the University of Southern Queensland in partnership with the Australian National University and the University of South Australia.
This program is building Australia’s enduring space capability through the commercialisation of projects, a fast-track accelerator, and skills development to build the workforce of the future.

Hypersonix Launch Systems is an Australian aerospace engineering and advanced manufacturing company, specialising in the development of hypersonic technology and hydrogen-powered scramjet aircraft.

Our first autonomous aircraft to fly is the DART AE (additive engineering). This hypersonic demonstrator vehicle is powered by our proprietary SPARTAN scramjet engine, which uses hydrogen fuel to reach speeds of Mach 7+.

The DART AE was selected from over 60 companies to fly as part of the DIU's HyCAT (Hypersonic and High Cadence Airborne Testing) program. This initiative was created to test low-cost, high-cadence hypersonic flight capabilities and to collect critical data that will shape the next generation of reusable hypersonic flight technology.

Our product roadmap also includes VISR, a high-speed suborbital Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and rapid airfreight flyer, as well as the Delta Velos Orbiter for small satellite launch and constellation replenishment on a non-ballistic trajectory.
Hypersonix works to deliver aircraft that fly faster, reach further, and open new pathways to space across the government, aerospace, and defence sectors.

Scitek specialise in creating customised solutions for your space simulation and research needs.

From CubeSats through to the largest thermal vacuum test chambers, and low earth orbits to interplanetary exploration, we can cater for off-the-shelf standard designs through to complex, turnkey solutions.

Working with the space industry for over 20 years, our solutions cover the entire range of spacecraft sizes and missions.

We value homegrown innovation and design and are passionate about supporting the growing space industry. Through specifying and installing the latest technologies from around the world, we collaborate to create the most optimal outcome for our customers.

We work extensively with major universities, Defence, space start-ups, and space tech organisations.

Diversity partner

The Australian Space Diversity Alliance (ADSA) has been established by a group of space industry professionals to support greater participation and innovation of diverse and under-represented groups in the space sector. The eight ASDA co-founders include leaders from across the Australian space industry representing technology, higher education, government, and consultancy. Alongside supporting senior leaders in the space sector to take steps towards equal access and inclusion, ASDA aims to minimise the barriers that marginalised groups face in entering or staying in space careers. We are inviting the Australian space industry to be a part of ASDA, and start the change. Find out more about sponsorship and member opportunities, or subscribe for more information: spacediversity.com.au

Legal partner

Mallesons is a top-tier independent law firm from Australia, trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world.

Our Australian practice covers a diverse range of clients, including global, regional and local blue-chip corporations, leading financial institutions, and government entities. We combine deep sector expertise with creative legal strategies that drive commercial success.

Our Mallesons Digital Economy Team has in-depth experience in the space sector, including executing complex procurements, M&A and cross-border transactions, build projects, and long-term service delivery arrangements, while navigating regulatory, competition, foreign investment and securities issues. We advise the telecoms industry, particularly in relation to spectrum, licensing and competition regulatory issues. We also work with governments and transnational bodies on enabling frameworks for digital economy development, which has a crucial interplay with space.

Our space sector bench includes leading lawyers, and we play an active role in the space sector dialogue, engaging with government, start-ups and corporate clients. Our team also includes space law academics – a critical component of the development of the space industry.

Association partners

The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With more than 33,000 individual members from 91 countries, and over 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defence.

AIAA provides continuity and camaraderie for our members, wherever their careers may take them and ensures their adaptability in an ever-changing industry. AIAA also provides a launching pad for emerging professionals and a welcoming atmosphere for students pursuing careers in aerospace.

AIAA has hosted the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) six times and is bidding to host in 2029 in Houston.

For more information, visit aiaa.org, and follow AIAA on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

The Space Industry Association of Australia (SIAA) is the national peak body for the space industry in Australia. Formed in 1992, SIAA and its member companies work closely with Australian governments, international partners, academia, and industry to advance Australia’s space industry and economy.

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