Funding for the development of innovative space capability projects

Overview

The first round of the Fund will support projects that are focused on proof-of-concept or delivery of innovative space capability, with an emphasis on NewSpace. Projects must involve international collaboration, showcase an innovative solution and have clear viability of space technology.

Proposals will be sought from consortia led by South Australian start-ups or Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and must include an international partner. The project should address the need to advance sovereign capability in space, grow the workforce and talent in the sector and drive innovative technology solutions in the space sector.

With a focus on NewSpace opportunities, projects should aim to:

• bring a new product or service to market
• grow and develop operations through accessing international opportunities
• provide space-related solutions to drive wider economic benefit across South Australia
• open doors for South Australia globally/internationally.

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Minimum requirements for collaboration:

• at least one South Australia-based industry organisation (start-up or SME)
• at least one international partner organisation.

Minimum requirements for matched funding:

• 1:1 matched funding (cash or in-kind), i.e. $1 Fund to $1 provided by project participants
• comprise a minimum of 10% cash (the international partner is required to contribute to the matched funding element (cash or in-kind)).