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 satellite launches, groundbreaking propulsion testing, and comprehensive mission support. Rooted in Santa Maria’s ideal Atlantic location, ASC unites European and global partners to innovate, inspire, and shape a future where space exploration is both accessible and sustainable.
Strategic Location
Comprehensive Launch Services
Flexible Payload Integration
Cutting-edge 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 dedicated 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.
Logistics & Propellants
Cost-effective logistics and reliable supply of propellants and other essential consummables.
Launchpad Access
A flexible access to a strategically located launchpad.
Mission Control
Mission Control Centre for coordinating launch preparations and operations.
Located on Santa Maria Island in the Azores, the ASC Spaceport takes advantage of a unique strategic position, offering simplified airspace, 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 space exploration.
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 activities.
The ASC foresees 3 launch azimuths
Leverage this strategic vantage point to launch into Sun-synchronous, Polar, or Low Earth orbits—bringing enhanced flexibility and reach to your mission planning.
Tailored Flight Paths for Maximum Coverage
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
ASC signs new partnership agreement with RED
31/05/2024
ASC is excited to announce a renewed agreement with RED | Rocket Experiment Division, the most successful Portuguese rocketry team to date, to take our partnership to new heights (quite literally). We will be developing and launching their rocket, GAMA (named after the Portuguese explorer), from our Malbusca launch site. With this demonstration mission, we'll…
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ASC is inducted to ESA-BIC
25/05/2024
The Atlantic Spaceport Consortium was accepted to the ESA Business Incubation Centre, managed by Instituto Pedro Nunes and funded by the Portuguese Space Agency. We thank Incuba+, our home in Santa Maria, for their unwavering support.
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