A Vision for
Space Exploration
Atlantic Spaceport Consortium
36°55'57" N
25°04'12" W
Leading Europe’s Space Frontier
The Atlantic Spaceport Consortium (ASC) stands at the forefront of Portugal’s space revolution, forging a path for cost-effective Access to Space, with a true Open Spaceport operations model.
Rooted in Santa Maria island, an ideal Atlantic location, ASC unites European and global partners to innovate, inspire, and shape a future where space is both accessible and sustainable.
Strategic Location
Comprehensive Launch Services
Flexible Payload Integration
Propulsion Testing
Logistics Management
Mission Control Center
Robust Recovery Operations
Regulatory Support
Education and Outreach Programs
Strong Collaborative Network
Explore Our Comprehensive Services
Elevate Your Mission:
Experience a new era of space operations through our versatile services designed to meet the diverse needs of satellite operators, launch providers, and research teams. Harnessing ASC’s strategic location and advanced facilities, we deliver complete mission support—from seamless payload integration and robust propulsion testing to safe recovery operations and regulatory assistance.
Each service card below presents a specialized aspect of our comprehensive offerings. Whether you’re aiming for a suborbital test flight, a groundbreaking orbital mission, or cutting-edge research, ASC is committed to making your vision a reality. Explore our service portfolio and discover how we streamline the path to space, inspiring confidence and innovation with every launch.
Launchpad Access
A flexible access to a strategically located launchpad.
Logistics & Propellants
Cost-effective logistics and reliable supply of propellants and other essential consummables.
Ranging and Comms
Telemetry and command (TT&C) solutions for real-time launch vehicle tracking.
Regulatory Support
Expert guidance on licensing and compliance with Portuguese and international space regulations.
Safety and Security
Comprehensive safety protocols to safeguard personnel, equipment, and the environment.
Rockets
Specialized services for sounding rockets, including dedicated launch ranges and flexible operational procedures.
Recovery Operations
Recovering spent rocket stages and payloads from the Atlantic Ocean.
MGSE Manufacturing
Custom Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) designed to support specific mission requirements.
Located at Santa Maria Island, in the Azores, the ASC Spaceport takes advantage of a unique strategic position, offering simplified airspace management, proximity to Europe and America, and optimal conditions for satellite launches.
Explore how this safe, sustainable, and globally connected location is shaping the future of access to space.
From Azores to Space:
The Ideal Location for Innovation
A Strategic Launchpad:
Why Santa Maria, Azores?
Your Atlantic Launch Hub
From this vantage point in the Atlantic, ASC offers streamlined operations and flexible flight paths, bridging both European and American markets. The island's minimal air traffic and robust infrastructure help ensure cost-efficient, sustainable access to space — transforming Santa Maria into a global hub for pioneering launch and return activities.
The ASC foresees 3 launch azimuths
Leveraged on its strategic vantage ASC can launch into Sun-synchronous, Polar, or other lower inclination orbits — bringing enhanced flexibility and reach to your mission goals.
Tailored Flight Paths
The Gama Mission
Pioneering Portugal’s Next Leap
in Space Exploration
Discover how the Atlantic Spaceport Consortium (ASC) launched two supersonic rockets from Santa Maria in the Azores, broadening Portugal’s presence in aerospace innovation. Backed by national and European partners, the GAMA Mission marks a bold step toward establishing an orbital launch center—paving the way for future missions and solidifying Europe’s growing space ambitions.
Learn About GAMA Mission
Back to School – Our New Office and Control Centre
08/06/2026
We are going back to school! Back to Primary school!The Municipality of Vila do Porto has kindly ceded the building of the former Malbusca primary school to ASC. This historic building was built as part of the Plano dos Centenários, a large scale national school construction plan initiated by the government of the time, implemented…
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Contract Win: Mobile Responsive Launch System
29/01/2026
We are proud to announce that we are part of a consortium that has been selected by the European Commission as part of the "Mobile Responsive Launch Systems" pilot project. This a program led by Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS), in connection with the EU Space Strategy for Security and Defence (EUSSSD),…
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