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Space systems & launch · Australia

Arnhem Space Centre

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Other markets
Country
Australia
Segment
Space systems & launch
Verification
Desk verified
Website
https://ela.space
Founded
2017

Arnhem Space Centre is a commercial launch site located in the Northern Territory of Australia. It functions as a provider of ground infrastructure and logistical support within the upstream aerospace segment, offering facilities for suborbital and orbital missions. Positioned near the equator, the facility enables launch providers to utilise Earth's rotational speed for increased payload efficiency, particularly for missions requiring high-inclination or equatorial orbits. The site achieved international prominence by hosting a series of sounding rocket launches for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), marking the agency's first use of a commercial launch facility outside the United States. The spaceport is designed to serve a range of international commercial customers, academic institutions, and government agencies seeking alternatives to congested state-run ranges. It operates through land-use agreements with the Gumatj traditional owners, integrating local land management with high-technology operations. Prospective partners should verify the current status of launch licences and environmental approvals issued by the Australian Space Agency. Buyers should also evaluate the specific telemetry and recovery support available for their vehicle type, as well as the logistical requirements for transporting sensitive hardware to a remote site in the East Arnhem region. Documentation regarding long-term land access and site safety protocols should be reviewed as part of standard due diligence.

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