New rules coming for ground-based space infrastructure

Published: 09 May 2025

The Government recently announced legislation will be in place by July for operators of ground-based space infrastructure (GBSI).

A new regulatory regime covering new and existing infrastructure will start from July to manage the risks GBSI poses.

Widespread consumer products such as satellite telephones, satellite television or internet receiving dishes aren’t included in the regime.

Read more about the changes, what activities they apply to, and the timeline of changes

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Last updated: 08 May 2025