Singapore’s Space Sector: Next Bound of Development
As Singapore continues to advance our position as a global hub for innovation and technology, space will be part of our vision for the future. Singapore’s Space Sector: Next Bound of Development announced at the Global Space Technology Convention & Exhibition (GSTCE) on 26 February 2025 sets out how Singapore will address the priorities of strengthening our national capabilities in space, and creating pathways for Singapore to participate in and contribute to the rapidly growing global space economy.
Singapore: The Place for Space
Our Journey
Singapore’s space journey dates back several decades with the installation
of our first satellite ground station on Sentosa in 1971 and the launch
of our first communications satellite in 1998. The Office for Space
Technology & Industry, Singapore (OSTIn) was established in 2013 to
drive the development of small satellite capabilities, with an expanded
mandate in 2020 to develop Singapore’s space industry, foster innovation,
and grow international partnerships.
As a leading global hub for businesses and space-adjacent sectors such as aerospace, microelectronics and precision engineering, Singapore is well placed to capitalise on global momentum in the space sector. This includes the use of space technologies to enhance communications and connectivity services, as well as to drive innovation in the green and digital economy, strengthening Singapore’s business competitiveness.
Singapore’s Space Sector: Next Bound of Development articulates the next stage of Singapore’s space journey as we amplify our national pursuit to harness the tremendous potential of space technologies and unlock new opportunities in the space economy.
A Call to Action
To all Singaporeans, the space industry is one of the most exciting fields
you can pursue. Whether you are passionate about technology, engineering,
or sustainability, space offers endless opportunities to innovate and make
a difference. We encourage you to discover the limitless possibilities
of space and consider a future in the space industry.
To all businesses, we welcome local and international space companies to collaborate with us. Singapore is ready to support innovation in space technology, and we can help your business to succeed by facilitating access to Singapore’s R&D ecosystem, our skilled talent pool, and our regional network.
To all international partners, we believe that space-based technologies and sciences have the potential to address sustainability challenges and enhance quality of life worldwide. We are keen to collaborate with like-minded countries and organisations to pursue these goals and foster partnerships that drive innovation for meaningful global impact.
Together, we can harness the power of space to build a brighter future for Singapore and the world.
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