The director-general of the Malaysian Space Agency (Mysa), Azlikamil Napiah, announced that Mysa is actively exploring partnerships with public and private organizations for the development of a planned rocket launch site.
He mentioned, “We plan to create partnerships with local companies who are collaborating with international partners already capable of developing such a project.
“We also seek collaborations with state governments that could host the launch site to possibly finance the project or handle operational matters,” according to FMT.
Azlikamil further stated that if the feasibility study for the project delivers positive results, efforts to realize the facility could commence as early as 2026/2027.
This announcement coincided with the launch of World Space Week: Malaysian Chapter, taking place from 4 to 10 October.
The event celebrates various activities centred around the theme of space entrepreneurship, including the 8th International Conference of Space Science and Communication and the Sub-Committee on Space Technology and Applications Expert Exchange Seminar.
Azlikamil emphasised, “We aim to share how Malaysia would take the lead in implementing policies related to this new sector, and explore collaborations to ensure this industry’s contribution to the country’s economy”.
Notably, India’s high commissioner to Malaysia, B.N. Reddy, highlighted the potential for collaboration between the two nations in the field of space.
He stated, “India’s proven expertise in the field, including in remote sensing, small satellite missions and geospatial applications, has benefitted more than 20 Malaysian space experts over the years”.
In May, the Malaysian Space Industry Corporation (Masic) was launched, aligning its objectives with the Malaysia Space Exploration Action Plan 2030 and the Space Industry Strategic Plan.
Kamarul Redzuan, the pro tem president of Masic, shared the organisation’s vision: “Masic’s vision is to establish a dynamic space industry ecosystem that promotes Malaysian space capabilities, while also attracting investment, talent and partnerships from around the world”.
