Starlab Space has announced a strategic collaboration with Saber Astronautics, naming the Australian and US-based space engineering company as both a channel and implementation partner for payload services on the Starlab commercial space station. The partnership aims to expand global access to microgravity research and innovation, bringing together two leading players in space technology to support government, academic and commercial missions in orbit.
As part of the agreement, Saber Astronautics will take on a dual role. The company will lead business development efforts by engaging new customers for Starlab’s microgravity platform, while also providing technical services such as feasibility studies, payload integration and in-orbit operational support. This collaboration is designed to make it easier for organisations to access and utilise low-Earth orbit for experiments and technology development.
Marshall Smith, CEO of Starlab Space, said: “Partnering with Saber Astronautics strengthens Starlab’s global reach and reinforces our commitment to building a robust commercial ecosystem. Saber brings both market access and deep technical expertise, ensuring customers worldwide can seamlessly integrate and operate payloads on Starlab.”
Dr Jason Held, CEO of Saber Astronautics, added: “This agreement represents a major milestone for Saber Astronautics. Our team is honored to help customers unlock the benefits of microgravity research, from design to delivery, while advancing Starlab’s vision of sustained international access to low-Earth orbit.”
Starlab, recognised as one of NASA’s leading Commercial LEO Destination (CLD) concepts, is being developed to maintain continuous human presence in orbit. It will serve as a scalable platform for research in life sciences, advanced materials, technology development and national security.
The partnership with Saber Astronautics marks a significant step toward building a more inclusive and globally connected orbital ecosystem. It opens new opportunities for research institutions and companies across Australia, the United States and other allied nations to benefit from cutting-edge space-based R&D.
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