South Australia is continuing to grow its space industry capability with eight locally founded startups selected to take part in this year’s Venture Catalyst Space program.

A new program designed to accelerate entry into South Australia’s growing space and defence sectors will launch this July, equipping researchers, engineers and aspiring entrepreneurs with the tools and connections to turn ideas into viable ventures.

South Australia’s advanced technology sector has received a major boost with homegrown quantum technology company QuantX Labs securing US$5 million in seed funding from leading global investor Serendipity Capital.

South Australia's growing space sector was showcased across the Eyre Peninsula last week through a four-day regional engagement program connecting students, educators and local communities with career pathways in space and STEM.