SpaceFactory establishing new base for lunar innovation in Huntsville

SpaceFactory — a pioneer in space and terrestrial construction technology — has announced its relocation to Huntsville.

The company is a NASA Centennial Challenge-winning company dedicated to developing sustainable construction solutions for terrestrial and extraterrestrial environments.

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SpaceFactory moves to Huntsville

The new facility — at 209 Bailes St, near Campus 805 — is designed to support the company’s expanding lunar research and advanced manufacturing divisions and positions the company at the forefront of innovation in the high-tech industrial hub of Huntsville.

SpaceFactory officials said the company chose Huntsville for its unique ecosystem, including NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal and the city’s robust industrial base.

As part of the relocation, SpaceFactory is investing upwards of $2 million in the new facility, which will bring at least 25 new jobs to the area.

“We are excited to be joining Huntsville’s thriving community of innovators and are immensely grateful for the support from the State of Alabama, Governor Kay Ivey, the City of Huntsville, and Mayor Tommy Battle. This support allows a small but ambitious company like ours to grow and make a significant impact, following in the footsteps of the Apollo program as we support NASA’s return to the Moon with Artemis.”

Dave Malott, CEO of SpaceFactory

Designed by PlanetWorks Architecture, the facility is slated to begin construction this year with a target completion date set for summer 2025. 

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Known for innovations in additive manufacturing and in-situ resource utilization, SpaceFactory’s work spans lunar infrastructure projects and terrestrial advanced manufacturing.

“With its focus on advanced manufacturing and lunar infrastructure, SpaceFactory is well-positioned to thrive in Huntsville’s dynamic tech landscape. We are proud to support this expansion, which will not only bring new jobs to the area but also reinforces Alabama’s leadership in the aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors.”

Ellen McNair, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce

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