Maritime Launch Services Inc.

Maritime Launch Services Inc. is a Canadian commercial aerospace company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with its primary operational site, Spaceport Nova Scotia, located near Canso, Nova Scotia. The company's core business involves the development and operation of Canada's first commercial spaceport, providing satellite launch services. Its mission is to strengthen Canada's position in the global space economy and enable sovereign access to space for various clients.

Operating on an "airport model," Maritime Launch Services provides comprehensive launch infrastructure, including dedicated pads, mission integration, and operational support for launch vehicle operators, satellite missions, commercial customers, and defense-related space access. The spaceport is licensed to accommodate small and medium-class launch vehicles capable of delivering up to 5,000 kg to low-Earth orbit, supporting a wide range of orbital inclinations from 45.1 to 98.1 degrees, including polar and sun-synchronous orbits.

Recent developments include the company earning its first operating profit in Q2 2026, anchored by a 10-year lease agreement with the Department of National Defence (DND) for a dedicated launch pad. Stephen Matier serves as the Founder, CEO, and Director, with Philip Jones as CFO and Melissa Quinn as VP, Spaceport Operations. Maritime Launch has also secured significant partnerships, including a contract with Germany's Isar Aerospace in July 2026 for a dedicated launch complex, with orbital launches anticipated to commence in 2028. Additionally, the company partnered with Galaxia in October 2026 to develop an Autonomous Flight Safety System (AFSS) for Spaceport Nova Scotia.