Global Space Launch Facilities Database

A facility-level database of orbital and suborbital space launch sites worldwide, covering operator, launch pad capability, historical launch cadence, and planned new spaceport infrastructure.

Report code

UM-DB-GSL

Coverage

Published

15/07/2026

Base year

Report overview

The Global Space Launch Facilities Database catalogues government and commercial orbital launch sites worldwide, with a reference year of 2026. Coverage spans established spaceports in the United States, and emerging commercial launch sites developed to support the growing small-satellite and reusable launch vehicle market.

Database Coverage

  • Facility-Level Records for active, historical, and under-development launch sites.
  • Regional & Country Mapping of orbital launch infrastructure worldwide.
  • Operator Profiles covering national space agencies and commercial launch providers.
  • Launch Pad Capability Overview by supported vehicle class and orbital inclination access.
  • Historical Launch Cadence Tracking and near-term manifest visibility by site.

Report Coverage

Verified Market Sizing

Multi-layer forecasting with historical data and 5–10 year outlook

Deep-Dive Segmentation

Cross-sectional analysis by product type, end user, application and region

Competitive Benchmarking & Positioning

Market share, operating model, pricing and competition matrices

Actionable Insights & Risk Assessment

High-growth white spaces, underserved segments, technology disruptions and demand inflection points

Executive summary

The global space launch infrastructure base has expanded alongside the rise of commercial reusable launch vehicles and the small-satellite constellation boom, with new commercial spaceports being developed to relieve capacity constraints at legacy government-operated launch ranges.

The database tracks launch pad-level detail including operator, supported launch vehicle families, achievable orbital inclinations, and historical launch cadence, alongside announced new spaceport developments intended to support next-generation heavy-lift and small-launch vehicle programs.

Table of contents

  1. Executive Summary
  2. Global Space Launch Infrastructure Landscape
  3. Regional & Country-wise Launch Facilities
  4. Government & Commercial Launch Operators
  5. Launch Infrastructure & Operational Capabilities
  6. Historical Launch Activity & Future Pipeline
  7. Planned Launch Facilities & Infrastructure Investments
  8. Space Launch Facility Database
  9. Methodology & Data Sources

Research Methodology

The Global Space Launch Facilities Database is developed using a structured, multi-source research process designed to ensure accuracy and consistency across every tracked record.

Step 1: Scope Definition & Universe Mapping

The research team defines the full universe of space launch facilities to be tracked within scope, drawing on regulatory filings, industry association membership lists, company disclosures, and prior desk research to establish an initial master list.

Step 2: Data Collection & Verification

Each record is populated using primary sources including company announcements, regulatory and permitting filings, government databases, and, where available, direct outreach to operators and developers, cross-checked against secondary sources such as industry reports and trade press coverage.

Step 3: Classification & Standardization

Records are standardized into a consistent schema covering location, capacity or scale, ownership, operational status, and timeline detail, allowing like-for-like comparison across all covered countries and regions.

Step 4: Quality Review & Update Cycle

The database is reviewed on a periodic basis to reflect newly announced projects, status changes, and ownership updates, with the 2026 reference year reflecting the most recent verified data snapshot at time of publication.

FAQs

01 What does the launch facilities database cover?

It covers orbital launch sites operated by government space agencies and commercial launch providers worldwide, including facilities under development.

02 What launch pad details are included?

Records include operator, supported vehicle classes, achievable orbital inclinations, and historical launch cadence where available.

03 Does it include planned new spaceports?

Yes, announced and under-development launch facilities are tracked alongside currently active sites.

04 Is commercial launch infrastructure included?

Yes, commercial spaceports and launch complexes are covered alongside government-operated ranges.

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