This agreement expands Starlabs global commercialisation network and enhances payload integration support for international customers.
Starlab Space has announced a strategic partnership with Saber Astronautics, naming the Australian and US-based space engineering firm as both a channel and implementation partner for payload services aboard the Starlab commercial space station. The collaboration aims to enhance global access to microgravity research and development, uniting two leaders in space technology to support government, academic and commercial initiatives in orbit.
Under the agreement, Saber Astronautics will assume a dual role: leading business development by engaging new customers for Starlabs microgravity platform, and providing technical services that include feasibility assessments, payload integration and in-orbit operational support. The partnership is expected to streamline access for organisations looking to conduct experiments or develop technologies in low-Earth orbit.
Marshall Smith, CEO of Starlab Space, said: “Partnering with Saber Astronautics strengthens Starlabs 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 Starlabs vision of sustained international access to low-Earth orbit.”
As the most capable of NASAs Commercial LEO Destination (CLD) concepts, Starlab is designed to provide continuous human presence in orbit and a scalable platform for life sciences, advanced materials, technology development and national security applications. The collaboration with Saber Astronautics further extends Starlabs international partnerships, enabling expanded opportunities for Australia, the United States and allied nations to benefit from orbital R&D.
