- Cook Government leading a space industry delegation to the International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) in Sydney
- Delegation includes up to 20 local organisations involved in the WA space sector
- IAC 2025 is attended by thousands from more than 100 countries
Science and Innovation Minister Stephen Dawson is leading a delegation from the local space industry to the International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) in Sydney.
The delegation features representatives involved in the space sector including universities, industry and start-ups and businesses. Western Australia is also set to have its own stand within the 'Australia Zone' on the exhibition floor.
IAC 2025 brings together leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from the global space community to discuss advancements and challenges in space exploration and technology.
This year the event will cover such topics as satellite technology, space policy and international collaboration. It is expected around 10,000 people with attend from more than 100 countries; IAC aims to promote further knowledge sharing and networking across the space economy.
Last year the global space economy was valued at US $613 billion, with the WA space sector seeing more than $1 billion in investment and commitments since 2018.
IAC 2025 takes place between 29 September and 3 October. For more information, see: IAC 2025
As stated by Science and Innovation Minister Stephen Dawson:
"WA is bringing a large delegation across the country to IAC 2025 and putting on display exactly what our continually growing space sector has to offer the world.
"The Cook Government remains committed to making WA 'the place for space' by expanding the local space industry as another key step of diversifying the State's economy.
"Attending IAC 2025 offers a brilliant opportunity for our delegation to make lasting relationships and share knowledge with those who they have never had the chance to meet face to face."
Full list of WA space industry delegation
APD Global |
Australian-born engineering firm delivering end-to-end solutions across power systems, telecommunications, space, energy, robotics, cybersecurity, and quantum protection. |
AROSE Ltd |
The industry-led Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth consortium works to position Australia to be the trusted leader in remote operations science, technology and services - on Earth and in space. |
Blacktree Technology |
Designs and manufactures mission critical satellite communications systems used by military and government to deliver resilient operation in remote and harsh environments on Earth and in space. |
Curtin University |
Curtin University drives innovation in space science and technology, partnering globally on missions including the Murchison Widefield Array and Binar satellite program. |
Edith Cowan University |
ECU is advancing Australia's space capabilities through an Earth observation mission with NASA, space-based cybersecurity research, and partnerships focused on space engineering and optical communications. |
Element Engineering Australia |
Creative engineering firm creating new products and systems from design to prototyping and manufacturing. |
Fugro SpAARC |
Design, build and operate robotic systems for deployment on remote and harsh environments. Transitioning autonomous vessel capability developed in the energy sector into the growing space industry. |
IMDEX |
Subsurface sensing and analysis solutions to support extraterrestrial geotechnical investigations, tunnelling, and infrastructure projects. |
LatConnect 60 AI |
End-to-end Earth observation company, delivering vital space-based data and insights. Building a short-wave infrared satellite constellation in WA to meet global demands for insights on greenhouse gas emissions and agriculture. |
MySecurity Media |
MySecurity Media is a multi-platform provider in security and critical tech. Delivers the IPSEC and IPRAAC conferences in Perth. |
NGIS Australia |
Geospatial company providing a centre of excellence for geospatial, Earth observation and AI services. |
Space Angel |
Space Angel is building the world's first dual-corridor sustainable spaceports in Australia, unlocking launch and re-entry access across the Indo-Pacific. |
Starsite Australia |
Ground station and technology hosting solutions at two sites in WA's Mid West region. |
The University of Western Australia |
UWA's International Space Centre unites over 120 researchers across 21 specialties to drive space research and education, and grow Australia's space industry. |
Whole Green Foods |
Using innovative, waste-free technologyto produce plant-based products from surplus produce, preserving nutritional value without chemical processes to fuel optimal human performance. |
Wonderspace |
Subsurface sensing and analysis solutions to find, define, and mine orebodies - supporting space and Earth-based geotechnical, tunnelling, and infrastructure projects through improved ground characterisation and reduced risk. |
