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DSTI is leading a phased, capability-based programme (with SANSA, Denel Overberg Test Range and ASRI) to transition liquid-propellant rocket technology from research and advanced testing through pre-operational demonstration to operational readiness, using milestone-driven Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs).
- Who it is for
- DSTI-led programme partners involved in indigenous launch capability development (SANSA, Denel Overberg Test Range, and ASRI)
- How to act on it
- No public application/registration process is described in the document; it is presented as a DSTI-led programme implemented in partnership with SANSA, Denel Overberg Test Range (OTR), and ASRI.
The Department sets a measurable target to increase annual test campaign bookings and reduce idle capacity over the medium term.
- Who it is for
- users/clients booking test campaigns (commercial and international clients implied by revenue target) and range operations
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the document states a target for bookings and idle capacity.
The Department sets a measurable target to achieve year-on-year growth in externally generated revenue from commercial and international clients.
- Who it is for
- commercial and international clients; Denel’s external revenue generation
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the document states a revenue growth target.
The Department sets a measurable target to expand the number of joint testing, research and development initiatives involving national departments, state entities and industry partners.
- Who it is for
- national departments, state entities and industry partners
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the document states a target for expanding joint initiatives.
The Department commissioned an economic study in 2021 on re-establishing satellite launching capabilities and reports that R100 million will be required to refurbish the existing Denel OTR facility for launch services, with the upgrade viewed as co-funded by DSTI and DoD.
- Who it is for
- DSTI and DoD stakeholders planning launch services refurbishment; Denel as facility operator
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the document reports commissioning of a study and a co-funding view.
The Department prioritises strengthening collaboration between Denel, the Department of Defence, Armscor and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research to improve planning, scheduling and utilisation of the range.
- Who it is for
- Denel, the Department of Defence, Armscor, and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates collaboration/coordination between the named role-players.
The Department prioritises strengthening business development capacity within Denel to proactively market the OTR to regional and global clients.
- Who it is for
- regional and global clients (and Denel’s business development function)
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates Denel will market the OTR proactively.
The Department sets a measurable target to complete identified modernisation phases within approved timelines and budget allocations.
- Who it is for
- Denel and stakeholders responsible for modernisation delivery
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the document states a completion target for modernisation phases.
The Department prioritises supporting phased upgrades of telemetry, radar tracking, data processing and safety systems to maintain international competitiveness.
- Who it is for
- the Denel Overberg Test Range stakeholders requiring upgraded systems (Denel and relevant government stakeholders)
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates it will support phased upgrades.
The Department prioritises improving reporting and oversight mechanisms between Denel and relevant government stakeholders to enhance accountability and strategic coherence.
- Who it is for
- Denel and relevant government stakeholders
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates improved reporting and oversight mechanisms.
The Department prioritises aligning OTR programmes with national research, development and innovation priorities, including opportunities for postgraduate research, systems engineering training and technology demonstration projects.
- Who it is for
- researchers and trainees participating in OTR programmes (including postgraduate researchers)
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates alignment of OTR programmes with national priorities and related opportunities.
The Department prioritises facilitating structured engagement with domestic aerospace and defence manufacturers and international clients to increase commercial test activities and revenue generation.
- Who it is for
- domestic aerospace and defence manufacturers and international clients
- How to act on it
- No application or submission process is described; the Department indicates structured engagement to increase commercial test activities and revenue generation.