BRIN — Space Research

The National Research and Innovation Agency functions as the central authority for scientific research and space affairs in Indonesia. It operates under direct presidential oversight to consolidate national research bodies into a single entity. Within the aerospace value chain, it serves as the national space agency responsible for sovereign satellite development, remote sensing operations, and the regulation of domestic aerospace activities, bridging the gap between atmospheric research and industrial applications. Through its Research Organization for Aeronautics and Space, the agency manages indigenous satellite programmes including the LAPAN-A2 and LAPAN-A3 series. It oversees ground station infrastructure for international data reception and collaborates with global agencies on disaster management and maritime surveillance. The organisation acts as both the lead researcher for state-funded aerospace projects and the regulatory gatekeeper for entities operating within the Indonesian space sector. Prospective partners should verify the specific research centre relevant to their project, as the organisation covers diverse scientific disciplines beyond aerospace. Buyers must ensure compliance with Indonesian space laws regarding data sovereignty and technical certification. It is also necessary to confirm the current procurement and licensing frameworks, which are subject to national administrative reforms and shifting domestic priorities in the civil and security domains.