Exovera’s latest report, “Developments in China’s Ground Segment Infrastructure, September 2024 to Present,” examines China’s recent advancements in space launch facilities, satellite communication infrastructure, and aerospace industry expansion. The report details the completion of the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Center, which conducted its first launch in November 2024, making it China’s first fully commercial spaceport. It also covers the ongoing construction of the Western Commercial Spaceport in Sichuan, positioning Mianning County as a key hub for commercial aerospace development. Additionally, China has enhanced its satellite-to-ground communication capabilities with the establishment of its first commercial satellite-to-ground laser communication ground station in Xinjiang and the expansion of its remote sensing satellite ground station network, including a new facility in Lijiang, Yunnan.
This report provides critical insights into China’s increasing investment in ground segment infrastructure and its long-term ambitions in space technology.
