Ex-Virgin Galactic Chief Takes Top Job at Australian Space Agency

Ex-Virgin Galactic Chief Takes Top Job at Australian Space Agency
The Australian Space Agency's headquarters is based in Adelaide, South Australia. Australian Space Agency
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison has bolstered space sector ambitions with the appointment of Virgin Galactic’s Chief Operating Officer as the new head of the Australian Space Agency.

Perth native Enrico Palermo will replace inaugural boss Megan Clark to assist the Australian government’s aims to significantly grow its space industry with jobs and economic growth over the next 10 years.