Our regulatory regime supports the growth of a safe, responsible, and secure space industry that meets our international obligations and manages any liability arising from our obligations as a launching state.
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The following provides an overview of national interest considerations and processes, in particular for regulating payloads for launch in New Zealand, or by New Zealand entities overseas.
The New Zealand Space Agency has signed a space science and technology partnership agreement with Australia’s leading space research organisation, the SmartSat Co-operative Research Centre.
Our international engagement programme includes visits to, and discussions with other national space agencies, potential investors and entrepreneurs and other government regulators.
NZSpaceTalk keeps you updated on developments in the sector - including new technologies, what NZ researchers and students are up to, and guest pieces from thought leaders and industry.
As part of the global effort to combat climate change, New Zealand is participating in the MethaneSAT space mission.
The below summaries are for all payloads and other licences approved between 1 January and 31 March 2024.
We’re committed to keeping New Zealanders informed about the range of payloads launched into space, from New Zealand.
The Government has announced 2 new awards to recognise the talented people working in New Zealand’s space and emerging aviation sectors and inspire young people.
The Government has established 2 new awards to recognise the talented people working in New Zealand's space and emerging aviation sectors and inspire young people.