South Island spaceport found to be feasible [NZ]Friday 2 Oct 2026
Conducted for Tāwhaki, a Crown-iwi national aerospace joint venture, the assessment found a New Zealand launch site could help European operators manage risks associated with weather, technical bottlenecks and geopolitical tensions. Located at Kaitōrete Spit near Lake Ellesmere Te Waihora, the proposed multi-use facility would become New Zealand’s second orbital launch site after Rocket Lab’s Mahia complex. The project represents a significant step forward for Tāwhaki following earlier funding reductions, as the region looks to tap into the rapid growth of the global space industry. More >> Source: RNZ Image credit: Tāwhaki National Aerospace Centre | ||
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