The constellation is supported by the Australian Space Agency and Western Australian State Government. The agreement was formalised during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Sydney, at the Western Australia Government booth, highlighting the growing importance of the region as a hub for space innovation.
Under the contract, KSAT will provide end-to-end mission support, including satellite operations and ground station services, ensuring LC60 benefits from reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions to achieve its mission objectives.
"KSAT’s Integrated Mission Services combine satellite operations, ground network access, and mission monitoring into one seamless package while also enabling localisation where needed to support capacity and capability development in Western Australia," said Venkat Pillay, CEO of LC60.
"We launched IMS to meet the evolving needs of the industry, and our collaboration with LatConnect 60 demonstrates how this model enables customers to focus on their mission while we take care of the complexity behind it."- explains Eivind Kristoffer de Bads, KSAT’s Director of Satellite Operations
The agreement also underscores KSAT’s long-term presence in Western Australia, where the company has invested and developed capabilities to support both local and international customers. With LC60 headquartered in Perth, the partnership represents a natural step in strengthening collaboration and supporting the region’s ambitions in space.
About LatConnect 60 (LC60):
LatConnect 60 is an Australian satellite data and insights company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. The company delivers tailored satellite Earth Observation (EO) insights, proprietary AI models and data fusion with IoT solutions to government and commercial customers, with a strong focus on supporting national priorities and sustainable outcomes.