Western Australia showcased its growing space industry at the International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) in Sydney, with a delegation of up to 20 organisations from across the State's space sector attending the global event.
The delegation featured representatives from universities, industry, start-ups and technology businesses, highlighting the breadth of Western Australia's space ecosystem. Western Australia also had a dedicated presence within the Australia Zone exhibition area, providing an opportunity to promote the State's capabilities to international audiences.
IAC 2025 brought together leaders, researchers, businesses and policymakers from around the world to discuss advancements in space exploration, technology and collaboration.
The congress attracted around 10,000 attendees from more than 100 countries, creating opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking and international partnerships across the space economy. Key discussion topics included satellite technology, space policy and global collaboration.
Participation in IAC 2025 provided Western Australian organisations with opportunities to strengthen industry connections, showcase local expertise and explore new investment and collaboration opportunities in international markets.
The global space economy was valued at approximately US$613 billion last year, reflecting continued growth and increasing demand for space-related technologies and services. Since 2018, Western Australia's space sector has attracted more than $1 billion in investment and commitments, supporting the development of local capabilities and positioning the State as an important contributor to Australia's space industry.
IAC 2025 was held in Sydney from 29 September to 3 October.
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