Western Australia's space sector has been awarded a further $6.5 million in funding to support the ongoing work of Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth (AROSE) Ltd and Curtin University's Binar Space Program.
The funding, announced as part of the 2026-27 State Budget, will be distributed over four years, with $4 million allocated to AROSE Ltd and $2.5 million allocated to Curtin University.
The investment will support the continued development of space related capability, research and innovation in Western Australia, helping to strengthen the State's position in the growing global space sector.
Curtin University's Binar Space Program designs, develops, tests, builds and operates advanced small satellites. Since 2021, four Binar satellites have been launched, with additional launches planned. The program also provides training opportunities for high school students, undergraduate students and postgraduate researchers in satellite design, manufacturing and operations.
AROSE Ltd is a Perth headquartered, not-for-profit, industry led consortium focused on advancing remote operations technologies across both terrestrial and space applications. Its work includes projects supporting bushfire detection and response, agriculture, defence and the development of new space and resources technologies.
The funding will enable both organisations to continue expanding their activities, fostering innovation and building expertise across Western Australia's space and technology sectors.
The investment forms part of broader efforts to grow the State's capabilities in high value industries, support research and development, and create opportunities for collaboration between industry, academia and government.
For more information, visit: AROSE Ltd & Binar Space Program
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