Last year NZ was 3rd in World behind the US and China for verifiable successful vertical launches. We beat Russia! It’s one of the fastest growing industries. Space, advanced aviation boost economy by $2.5b | Beehive.govt.nz beehive.govt.nz/release/spac…

Fantastic to visit the University of Auckland’s Centre for Automation and Robotic Engineering Science (CARES) and Te Pūnaha Ātea Space Institute—two world-class hubs driving innovation, security, and economic growth in Aotearoa New Zealand. At CARES, I saw firsthand how cutting-edge robotics research is enhancing disaster response, cybersecurity, infrastructure resilience, and defense capabilities. Meanwhile, Te Pūnaha Ātea’s end-to-end approach to space science—from satellite mission design to in-orbit tech demonstrations—is shaping the next generation of engineers and strengthening global space collaboration. Together, U.S.-NZ partnerships in science and technology are building a safer, more prosperous future. 🇺🇸🤖🚀🇳🇿

“Earth observation scientist Dr Tom Dowling from the University of Auckland, who developed the prototype reflector with his colleague Ella Fascina, said the goal was to help search and rescue teams know where to search” #SAR4SAR odt.co.nz/news/national/life…

Well done to SpaceOps NZ's Robin McNeill MNZM who won the inaugural Prime Minister’s Space Prize for Professional Excellence & Cairo Akehurst & Tianyi Mathur who jointly won the Prime Minister's Space Prize for Student Endeavour 👏 Learn more 👇 mbie.govt.nz/science-and-tec…

And this is all in New Zealand. Great to keep our UK/NZ science relationship thriving.

Wonderful opportunity to intern at NASA - applications are still open!

Some of our team have been at #IAC2024 in Milan this week, connecting with colleagues across the global space industry with a focus on space sustainability. Looking forward to #IAC2025 in Sydney, Australia with the NZ Aerospace Summit an official adjacent event. See you there!

Come see the New Zealand Space Health Research Network at the #NZAS Learn about the physiology changes in Space! 🚀 @NZSpaceHealth @nzspacegovt @WomeninSpaceNZ @Space4WomenOOSA @UniAuckland

6 months ago we entered orbit. Today, we're closer to the #methane data revolution than ever before. 🚀 Sign up for updates and be the first to know when data becomes available 👇 mailchi.mp/methanesat/methan…

Our next short course in Spacecraft Systems Engineering will be held September 18-20th. To find out more and sign up, please visit: space.auckland.ac.nz/short-c…

New Zealand is one of the ‘big 4’ when it comes to rocket launches. I am in Adelaide and have spoken at the Australian Space Forum. Exhibitors feature innovations from Space countries including New Zealand. Here’s one I found at Auckland University’s space institute stand.

The @AucklandUni are pleased to be leading two of these studies - one focussed on optical communications and another on space situational awareness.

📢 New space science projects bring NZ & Australian researchers together to tackle trans-Tasman challenges. The 4 feasibility studies are part of our collaboration with @SmartSatCRC 👇 mbie.govt.nz/catalyst-strate…

Work at Rocket Lab 🧑‍🏭 Build beautiful spacecraft 🛰️ Design cool missions 🤩 Make great friends 🕺 Expand your career horizons 💡 Get to look up at the night sky and say “I built that” (the satellite passing overhead, not the universe) 🌎 Now hiring Space Systems Mechanical Engineers, Production Technicians, and GNC Engineers. Be one of them. rocketlabusa.com/careers/pos…

#FridayFacts: Without reliable measurement, reporting, & verification protocols it's impossible to manage #methane emissions. 🛰 With data from @MethaneSAT, policymakers will soon have access to accurate & actionable data to hold emitters to account.

Know someone who’s made an outstanding contribution to NZ's space industry? 🚀Think their efforts should be recognised & celebrated? 🥳 Applications are open for the inaugural Prime Minister’s Space Prize! Learn more pmspaceprizes.org.nz

.@MethaneSAT and @CarbonMapper will complement each other perfectly. With wide views and pinpoint data we'll be able to see which facilities have leaks and where they're coming from. This comprehensive view of methane emissions will enable faster action. methanesat.org/project-updat…

Milestone check: "The images we're getting are crisp and clear." ✅ Our teams are busy getting MethaneSAT ready for its world-changing mission. Catch up on what we've been up to 👇👇

A great snapshot of Aotearoa New Zealand's ambitions for aerospace - ngā mihi @Reuters🚀✈️✨