National space innovation centre

Illustration: Andøya Space

The national innovation centre at Newspace North will be a leading hub for upstream space technology in Norway.

What does start-ups and academia need? Access to knowledge, creative spaces, clean rooms, labs and testing facilities.

Through close collaboration with academia, research institutions and industry players, the center will promote technological innovation and development, while at the same time supporting start-ups through incubation environments and innovation sprints.

Newspace North is currently in dialogue with key industrial partners in order to build the innovation centre.

State-of-the-art satellite test centre

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Newspace North has a particular focus on small satellites (up to 1.5 tons) and CubeSats. The centre will offer state-of-the-art facilities for testing and qualifying satellites, including thermal vacuum testing, vibration, acoustics, EMC/EMI and radio testing. In addition we will offer fully equipped workshops, clean rooms and lab facilities for those last minute modifications or simply to rectify findings from the test.

Newspace North is currently in dialogue with key industrial partners in order to build the testcentre.

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Space industry cluster

Illustration: Andøya Space

The goal is to create a dynamic ecosystem for the aerospace industry, with international reach and commercial opportunities. Partners benefit from increased collaboration and innovation due to the close proximity of the national space-port, companies, research institutions, and government agencies.

This environment fosters knowledge sharing, reduces costs through shared infrastructure, and attracts specialized talent. Companies can leverage each other's expertise and resources, accelerating product development and technological advancements.

Additionally, being part of a cluster enhances visibility, increases investment opportunities, and opens up access to government contracts, grants, and international markets, ultimately driving competitiveness and growth within the space sector.