Ocean Launch

Ocean-Based Spaceports and the Future of Mobile Access to Orbit

The Global Spaceport Alliance brings together an incredible panel of experts to explore what it takes to launch from the sea — and how ocean-based spaceports could shape the next era of access to orbit.

Topics include:

  • The future of modular, mobile, and autonomous launch platforms
  • Why ocean-based launch matters for safety, flexibility, and global access
  • Lessons learned from past programs and current innovators
  • Maritime–aerospace partnerships and regulatory insights

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Offshore Requirements

ABS Requirements for Building and Classing Offshore Spaceports

Speakers:

Steve Wolfe
Moderator
Steve Wolfe
Deputy Executive Director
Global Spaceport Alliance
 
 
Tom Morrata fromThe Spaceport Company

Tom Marotta
Founder of
The Spaceport Company

Kei Shimada
Chief Business Officer  
Innovative Space Carrier (ISC) Inc.

Micahel

Michael Anderson
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Seagate

Al Wilson

Al Wilson
Associate Director
NLA International

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Global Spaceport Alliance

ABOUT GLOBAL SPACEPORT ALLIANCE

Established in 2015, the Global Spaceport Alliance has become the largest network of spaceports in the world. Members include spaceport operators, suppliers, and government and academic entities involved in the commercial space sector. GSA offers members timely access to information, the ability to engage with key decision makers, and the opportunity to participate in working groups targeting specific areas of interest to the spaceport ecosystem.

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