Spaceport Norway

25/08/2025

Today we open the very first Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 – three days of dialogue, exploration, and building new connections at Europe’s northernmost spaceport.

The summit has been sold out for weeks, with an invitation-only approach and minimal marketing in open channels. This was intentional: to ensure the most relevant and diverse group of participants, and less noise.

On Andøya, we now gather:
- Several heads of space agencies
- Senior leadership from ESA, two directors
- Launch companies and payload innovators
- Representatives from defense and government
And many more shaping the future of space.

They have come from all over the world to this small Arctic island – home to Northern Europe’s first operational spaceport.

At this summit, participants and speakers are equally important. For the next three days, we will spend time together, exchange perspectives, and explore how space can serve both civilian and security needs in a rapidly changing world.

This is only the beginning. 🚀

Main partners:
Norsk Romsenter
Andøya Space As
Innovasjon Norge

GEO Sponsor:
Space Norway

LEO Sponsors:
EIDEL
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace
Isar Aerospace
Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūra - LIAA
Andøy kommune

07/08/2025

Supporting students and giving them access to our events and networks is an important part of what Spaceport Norway is all about — making space relevant, accessible, and valuable to more people and businesses.

UiS Aerospace, based in Stavanger, was established only a few years ago but has already made impressive progress. They’ve developed rapidly, fostered high-performing talent, and show no signs of slowing down.

After the successful launch of the new Phoenix rocket this summer, we started wondering — could Norway’s first launch company emerge from Stavanger, the oil and gas capital of the country? Time will tell.

To all our friends at UiS Aerospace: thank you for the kind words, and for being an active part of the growing Norwegian space community.

This is just the beginning. Norway’s space future is being written by people like you! 🌟

Looking forward to see some of you at Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 🔥

30/07/2025

A unique meeting arena is taking shape on Andøya 🔥

From 25–27 August 2025, leaders and innovators from across the global space industry, policy, research, and finance will gather at the Andøya Satellite Summit 2025.

The organisations registered represent an exceptional cross-section of the space ecosystem: agencies, launch providers, satellite operators, investors, defense, industry, and academia. This will be a rare opportunity to connect with decision-makers from:

Norwegian Space Agency, Andøya Space, Space Norway, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, ESA, DLR, Rymdstyrelsen, Leolabs, OHB Digital, Northrop Grumman, Rheinmetall, ICEYE, Skyrora, Endurosat, Exotrail

…and many more leading organisations (see below).

With Arctic access, satellite operations, and dual-use space technologies at the center, the summit will be a platform for strategic conversations, new partnerships, and real business opportunities.

Only a few tickets remain, and registrations close 1 August.
Secure your place now:
https://www.spaceport-norway.no/2025/spaceport-norway-andoya-satellite-summit-2025-registration



Partners:

Norsk Romsenter

Andøya Space As

Innovasjon Norge

Geo sponsor:

Space Norway

Leo sponsors:

EIDEL AS

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace

Isar Aerospace

Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūra - LIAA

28/07/2025

I juni var studentene i UiS Aerospace klare for oppskytning av raketten Phoenix 1 🚀

Det er den første oppskytingen i Norge med en rakett som bruker motor med flytende drivstoff gjort av studenter.

Les hvordan det gikk via lenken i kommentarfeltet 👇🏻

📸 Vegard Pedersen

28/07/2025

From 25–27 August, the Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 will bring together senior leaders from government, industry and defence for a focused and unique gathering on Andøya — home to Europe’s first operational spaceport.

This is not a typical space conference. The summit is a curated event designed to foster insight, dialogue and collaboration around strategic capacity in space, commercial opportunity, and security in the High North.

The timing is no coincidence: the global space industry is undergoing significant change — from shifting defence priorities to new public-private models and intensified geopolitical focus on the Arctic. One example is the European Space Agency’s first major shift in launch strategy in over 40 years, opening for commercial competition.

Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 provides a timely, high-level arena to explore what this means for industry, policy and partnerships going forward.

What’s included in the summit ticket:
☑ Full access to all program sessions and panels
☑ Accomodation
☑ Two evening dinners, all meals, and informal networking
☑ Whale and RIB safari
☑ Guided excursion to Andøya Spaceport
☑ Local transport on the island
☑ Three days at one of the most beautiful places in the world
(Travel to and from Andøya not included)

The summit has, from the very beginning, been developed as an invitation-only event. All communication has been direct and personal, reaching a targeted international list of more than 400 leaders and professionals who actively requested invitations. This approach has ensured the right people in the room — from senior agency officials and defence leadership to key industry executives from US, Europe, and Japan.

Now we are opening the last remaining seats for public registration — available until 1 August.

Welcome to Arctic²!

Register here:
https://www.spaceport-norway.no/2025/spaceport-norway-andoya-satellite-summit-2025-registration

The opening keynote session sets the tone: six senior leaders representing national space agencies, defence, commercial launch, and operational infrastructure — including the opening speaker Director General of Norsk Romsenter(NOSA) - Christian Hauglie-Hanssen, the director of Space Transportation from ESA - European Space Agency, a Major General from the United States Space Force , and executives from Isar Aerospace and Andøya Space As & Andøya Spaceport.

View the full program here:
https://www.spaceport-norway.no/2025/spaceport-norway-andoya-satellite-summit-2025-program

Meet our speakers:
https://www.spaceport-norway.no/2025/spaceport-norway-andoya-satellite-summit-2025-speakers

Partners:
Norsk Romsenter
Andøya Space As
Innovasjon Norge

Geo sponsor:
Space Norway

Leo sponsors:
EIDEL
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace
Isar Aerospace
Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūra - LIAA

21/06/2025

We’re at the test launch site for the latest rocket from UiS Aerospace. This team has completed several launches before—but today, they’re testing a brand-new generation rocket, fully designed and built in-house: engine, rocket structure, control systems, flight computer—and even four dedicated rideshare modules.

The goal is to reach 8 km altitude, launching from Spaceport Utsira on Norway’s west coast. A site developed and built by the students, including all regulatory work and permits.

We’re seriously impressed by this team—and proud to have supported and sponsored them from the very beginning.

T-minus ~1-2 hours. Let’s go! 🚀

30/05/2025

Momentum is building for Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 - registration is open if you have an invitation!

Last week, we sent out the first 50 exclusive invitations—and tonight, 100 more will be delivered to industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers across Europe and beyond tonight at 20:00 CET.

Interest in the summit is high, and seats are limited.

All tickets include:
✔️ Full summit program
✔️ Accomodation and transport
✔️ Whale safari
✔️ Breakfast, lunch and dinners
✔️ Opening ceremony with entertainment
✔️ Exclusive excursion to the spaceport
✔️ And more!

Learn more and join the invitation list: spaceport-norway.no/2025/spaceport-norway-andoya-satellite-summit-2025

15/05/2025

Dette har vi ventet på i mange år - meget gode nyheter for Norge og norsk romvirksomhet.

Gratulerer til Norsk Romsenter og andre innvolverte!

Godtar felles spilleregler for hvordan nasjoner skal utforske og oppføre seg i verdensrommet.

13/05/2025

Strengthening International Collaboration in Space: Norwegian Delegation to Latvia

Spaceport Norway continues to evolve beyond its origins as a conference, establishing itself as a dynamic international network fostering collaboration across the space industry. In our latest initiative, we are proud to lead a delegation of prominent Norwegian space-sector organizations to Latvia.

This delegation, organized in partnership with the Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūra - LIAA aims to engage with Latvian government officials, participate in the Deep Tech Atelier conference in Riga, and connect with key players in Latvia’s evolving space industry.

The Norwegian delegation comprises a diverse array of organizations, from innovative startups to established industry leaders:

• PaleBlue - Immersive Employee Training
• University of Oslo
• Spectrum Blue
• Inventas
• Nåva Space
• Space Norway
• NIFRO Norwegian Industrial Forum for Space Activities
• Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace
• NGI - Norwegian Geotechnical Institute

These organizations have been instrumental supporters of Spaceport Norway over the years, contributing significantly to the advancement of Norway’s space capabilities. Their participation in this delegation underscores the strength and diversity of Norway’s space industry.

This mission represents a strategic step in fostering international partnerships and exploring new opportunities for collaboration in space technology and research. As we look to the future, Spaceport Norway will continue to be a catalyst for connection, innovation, and growth — proudly serving as the largest space business arena in the Nordics.

Riga next! 🚀

31/03/2025

Det skjer mye i norsk romvirksomhet om dagen!

I går fikk vi første test oppskyting fra Isar Aerospace, spektakulært fra det som nå er den første operative romhavnen i Europa, utviklet og driftet av Andøya Space.

Og i kveld får Norge sin første borger i rommet! Vi fikk prate såvidt med Jannicke Mikkelsen på Spaceport Norway 2024: XPLORATION i fjor, men nå er det altså bare timer unna!

Vi tipper det er litt sommerfugler nå - vi gleder oss til å følge Fram2 på sin polarferd i rommet.

Lykke til Jannicke!

Photo: SpaceX

31/03/2025

Spaceport Norway is honored to participate in Arctic Connections 2025, hosted by SIOI in Rome, with this year’s main theme focusing on SPACE.

Arctic Connections brings together leaders from business, academia, diplomacy, and defense sectors to address critical topics related to space sustainability and Arctic resilience.

Spaceport Norway is contributing actively by presenting and participating in a panel discussion highlighting the essential role of space in achieving sustainability goals, secrurity and digital transformation.

We highly value the collaboration between Norway and Italy, strengthening international partnerships and joint efforts towards a sustainable Arctic future.

Thank you, SIOI, for facilitating this important dialogue. We look forward to insightful discussions and productive collaborations that can be developed going forward.

Full program here:

https://www.sioi.org/primo-piano/arctic-connections-2025-space-in-the-arctic/

31/03/2025

Fantastisk video fra gårsdagens launch fra Vesterålen Online. Spektakulær natur, rakettoppskyting og ganske nære på…

Isar Aerospace fikk mye data å jobbe med til neste launch, rakett nummer 2 og 3 er i produksjon - vi gleder oss til neste test!

Norge og Andøya Space har nå Europas første operative romhavn - som vil skape mange helt nye muligheter for romvirksomhet i og utenfor Norge.

Dette er bakgrunnen for Spaceport Norway: Andøya Satellite Summit 2025 vi arrangerer på Andøya i August. Hovedpartnere og første sponsorer er på plass, programmet er under utvikling og listen som vil inviteres vokser hver dag. Vi gleder oss til det også!

Isar Aerospace sin dronevideo viser hele oppskytingen frem til raketten treffer havet.