The proponents of a proposed spaceport near Canso has selected a number of Nova Scotia
A Cyclone 4M Rocket from Ukraine that will be used by Maritime Launch Services to send satellites into space from the Canso/Hazel Hill area.
companies, including some local to build and prepare its launch complex.
Among the local firms getting work from Maritime Launch Services is Nova Construction, who will partner with MLS on the road building and civil construction of the site. St. FX University’s Flux Lab, led by Environmental Sciences Professor Dave Risk will implement the air monitoring program for the spaceport. The St. FX Flux Lab is the largest and most intensive gas and emissions measurement group in Canada. The Applied Technology Group at Lloyd’s Register will perform launch operations and emissions modeling.
Stantec, a global firm with offices in Nova Scotia will lead the spaceport facility design team. Stantec also has been an Environmental Services Consultant with the project.
MLS is looking to break ground on the project in the fall. The President and CEO of MLS Steve Matier says the company will host an Industry Day in coordination with the Municipality of the District of Guysborough to brief the community on job opportunities and plans for construction and design of the spaceport.
The company plans to use its spaceport to place satellites into low-earth orbit. MLS intends to have eight to ten launches a year.