Kaitorete Spit is being considered as a site for multiple launch pads by a joint venture. The National Space Agency said it had funded Tāwhaki to investigate and "the government ... is expecting a business case to be finalised later in 2024". "The maximum possible number of launch pads is six micro-small pads or three heavy launch pads," it said. Photo: AFP PHOTO /ROCKET LAB/KIERNAN FANNING AND SIMON MOFFATTThe 2020 Kaitorete report assessed demand worldwide - including of Russian rockets since banned in the US - and said tax breaks would need to be offered. The 2020 Kaitorete report said regulations should allow "flights to take place without major burdens".

Source: Washington Post July 02, 2024 22:17 UTC