About the Agency

While Australia is fortunate to have abundant GNSS satellite coverage, its use must be combined with additional Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) technology that supports critical systems and infrastructure. Meeting this national need gives Australia a major opportunity to establish itself as a trusted provider of reliable, resilient, and accurate PNT services.

As the world’s sixth-largest country, Australia relies on Earth observation data to help manage its vast territory. Investing in better Earth observation technology will improve weather forecasting, farming, natural disaster responses, climate change management, and more – which all directly contributes to a resilient Australian economy.

Australia is committed to leading in today’s digitally connected world with secure, reliable, and innovative satellite communications services. This includes emerging technologies like optical and secure quantum communications, and hybrid radio and optical communications.

To help mitigate the increasing risk of collisions in space, Australia will develop Space Situational Awareness solutions that track and predict object trajectories, monitor the natural space environment, and support space traffic management. Australia will also help advance space sustainability and prevent space debris creation through responsible missions – with improved tracking, maneuverability and end-of-life management.

Applied space medicine and life sciences

Australia has strong space research and development (R&D) capability, which we recognise as a great catalyst for sector transformation and leapfrogging into new areas of innovation. Applied Space Medicine and Life Sciences is a prime example that can unlock new possibilities for space exploration and contribute to better health outcomes on Earth.

Australia’s expertise in large-scale remote asset management and Earth-based robotics in harsh environments means we are well-placed to lead delivery of foundation services and exploration services, while capturing high-tech manufacturing opportunities. We are also committed to doing this in a manner that supports the long-term sustainability of outer space.

A key element of Australia’s space aspirations is to become a recognised destination of choice for orbital launch. Australia will also develop and operate sustainable space platforms and transportation systems, which will increase access to space activities and boost the value that can be derived from them.