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Space BD and Inovor Technologies Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Explore Commercial Opportunities Between Japan and Australia
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Tokyo, Japan -October 2025- Space BD Inc., a space business operator that provides various services including satellite launches and microgravity research on the ISS, is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Inovor Technologies Pty Ltd at the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2025 in Sydney, marking a new chapter of collaboration between the Japanese and Australian space industries.
The MOU outlines a shared commitment to explore commercial business opportunities for the prospective sale and supply of subsystems and units by Inovor Technologies to Space BD, and launch services supported by Space BD to Inovor Technologies.
Through this partnership, the two companies will cooperate in good faith to identify and develop mutually beneficial opportunities — including the exchange of technical and commercial information, joint discussions with key stakeholders, and exploration of future programs and contracts. The MOU serves as a foundation for deeper collaboration through future definitive agreements.
Space BD Inc. and Inovor Technologies signing ceremony at IAC 2025, Sydney.
Head of Launch Service, Space BD Inc. “We firmly believe that working with Inovor Technologies allows us to bridge Japan’s and Australia’s strengths and together accelerate innovation and access to space for all.”
“This partnership reflects our shared vision for deeper collaboration between Japan and Australia in the commercial space domain,” said Dr. Matt Tetlow, CEO of Inovor Technologies. “We’re excited to explore how Inovor’s advanced subsystems and satellite technologies can complement Space BD’s global launch and integration services.”
The signing took place at IAC 2025 in Sydney, one of the world’s premier gatherings of the international space community, highlighting the spirit of collaboration that defines the global space sector.
Representatives from the Australian Trade and Investment Commission witnessed this signing and welcomed the partnership.
“This collaboration between Space BD and Inovor Technologies exemplifies the growing commercial and strategic ties between Japan and Australia in space. Partnerships like this demonstrate how Japan’s advanced space infrastructure can connect with Australian innovation and manufacturing excellence to create new regional and global opportunities,” said Leo Bremanis, Austrade Trade and Investment Commissioner and Counsellor (Commercial) at the Australian Embassy, Tokyo.
◾️About Inovor Technologies Pty Ltd
Inovor Technologies is a trusted Australian satellite manufacturer based in Adelaide, South Australia. The company delivers sovereign, end-to-end space capabilities across design, manufacture, integration, and mission operations. Inovor develops reliable small satellite platforms and advanced subsystems, contributing to Australia’s sovereign space manufacturing and space situational awareness capabilities.
◾️About Space BD
Space BD is a one-stop service provider committed to advancing the commercial utilization of space. Its services span a wide range—from launching small satellites via commercial rockets and the International Space Station, to supporting pharmaceutical research through protein crystallization in microgravity.
With end-to-end capabilities, Space BD provides comprehensive support including business planning, market research, and hands-on technical operations. As of October 2025, the company has supported over 100 satellite projects and more than 600 space experiment missions.