# IN-SPACe seeks private operator for Rs 986 crore spaceport

2026-08-08T21:40:15+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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IN-SPACe has begun privatising the operations of Isro's Rs 986 crore Small Satellite Launch Complex at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu. It has issued an expression of interest for private entities to run the facility, which is designed for small rocket launches. The selected operator will manage end-to-end launch operations, maintenance, safety, and coordination with Isro. Isro will provide technical handholding for up to three launches or one year. The site offers direct south trajectories over the Indian Ocean, boosting payload efficiency. This follows IN-SPACe's transfer of PSLV and LVM-3 technologies and plans for subsidies to private space firms.

## Coverage

- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/in-space-moves-to-privatise-operations-of-rs-986-cr-spaceport/articleshow/133059108.cms>
- economictimes.indiatimes.com <https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/science/in-space-moves-to-hand-over-isros-new-rs-986-crore-small-rocket-launch-complex-to-private-sector/articleshow/133064804.cms>

Tags: IN-SPACe, ISRO, Kulasekarapattinam, privatisation, Spaceport, SSLV
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