Singapore will launch the National Space Agency of Singapore (NSAS) on 1 April 2026, under the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), to spearhead the nation’s ambitions in space technology. Announced by Dr Tan See Leng, Minister for Manpower and Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science & Technology, at the Space Summit 2026, NSAS will build on the functions of the existing Office of Space Technology & Industry, Singapore (OSTIn).
NSAS will focus on strengthening research and development, advancing international partnerships, and developing national space capabilities. It will also enact legislation to ensure space safety and sustainability. Singapore’s strategic location and technological prowess in fields like aerospace and artificial intelligence position it well to capture opportunities in the global space economy, projected to reach US$1.8t by 2035.
Currently, Singapore hosts around 70 space companies employing 2,000 professionals. NSAS will continue to foster this industry, aiming to attract more international space companies to Singapore. The agency will also develop a multi-agency operations centre to support satellite tasking and geospatial data analytics.
Ngiam Le Na, with 25 years of public service experience, will be appointed as Chief Executive of NSAS from 1 April 2026. Her previous roles include Deputy Chief Executive at DSO National Laboratories and involvement in developing Earth Observation satellites and digital solutions for national needs.
The establishment of NSAS underscores Singapore’s commitment to becoming a leader in space technologies, leveraging its business-friendly environment and strategic partnerships with international space agencies.
