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The Growing Importance of Spaceports to the World Economy.

Written by Maria Varmazis | Jun 15, 2024 6:00:00 AM

Summary

A panel of US spaceport representatives converged on Washington DC this week to explain to lawmakers the growing importance of spaceports to the economy. Facilitated by the Global Spaceport Alliance, the panel of spaceport operators discussed the value that their facilities bring to the regions they serve and the potential for what they can bring to the nation and world. Moderated by GSA Chairman Dr. George Nield, the panel included Rob Long, CEO, Space Florida, Maj. Gen. (Retired) Ted Mercer, CEO and Executive Director, Virginia Spaceport Authority, Scott McLaughlin, Executive Director, Spaceport America and Arturo Machuca, Director, Houston Spaceport.

Learn more about the Global Spaceport Alliance on their website.

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