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Sutherland Spaceport construction
The latest community updates in relation to Sutherland Spaceport
Sutherland Spaceport (formally Space Hub Sutherland) was granted planning permission in November 2020 and in November 2022 it was announced that Orbex will build and operate the facility.
This page will be used to share updates on construction progress, the Community Liaison Group and spaceport related news stories and jobs. More details about the launch site and why the north of Scotland is a great place to launch satellites can be found on our Launch Site page.
Latest
Construction update
Work at Sutherland Spaceport began in April 2023.
- The bellmouth of the spaceport site has now been created.
- 17 local passing places have been improved (in line with the planning permission).
- Work on the access road and car park has now begun.
We'll post regular progress updates here.
There is currently no traffic management in place in relation to the construction.
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Media Updates and Community Liaison Group News
In this section we share media updates that have been issued in relation to the construction works and Spaceport Community Liaison Group information.
Next Stage of Development Starts for Sutherland Spaceport
12 June 2023
Construction to Commence on Passing Places Agreed as Part of Planning Conditions for Sutherland Spaceport
12 May 2023
Construction Set to Commence at Sutherland Spaceport
21 April 2023
Community Liaison Group - Terms of Reference - updated
19 September 2023
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