Norwegian Space Center is a leading satellite operator in Northern Europe, with a varied portfolio of multi-orbit satellites. The company offers services to governments, the public sector, the maritime industry and broadcasting, with a strong focus on security, research and technological development. As a state-owned company, the Norwegian Space Center has an important role in innovation and growth in space research and technology.
The company operates not only in Europe, but also in the Arctic, the Middle East and Africa, and has established strategic partnerships with players such as SpaceX and SSTL. A significant part of their infrastructure includes underwater fiber optic cables that enable high-speed communications and are essential for the transmission of satellite data to customers globally. The Norwegian Space Center also manages the fibre-optic connection between mainland Norway and Svalbard, which is crucial for both space-related business development and societal benefits for the Svalbard community.
The level of activity has increased significantly in recent years, in line with the realization of several important space programs and projects. The company has a central role in managing and further developing strategic and safety-critical space infrastructure, which is crucial for meeting the needs of Norwegian society.