Major construction projects supporting space activities have seen significant updates this month. SpaceX's Gigabay facility at Kennedy Space Center continues to rise, preparing for Starship booster operations.[1] Meanwhile, NASA awarded a 64-acre lease to All Points Logistics for a new spacecraft processing complex, and a key runway at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station has reopened following extensive upgrades.
Gigabay Facility Progresses
The 380-foot-tall Gigabay structure at SpaceX’s Robert’s Road site within Kennedy Space Center became a visible landmark this month, with construction underway since fall 2025 and targeting completion by August 2026. Designed for stacking and preparing Super Heavy boosters, it supports upcoming Starship launches from Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center and Launch Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.[1][5] No specific cost or job figures were disclosed for this phase.
New Spacecraft Complex Leased
On May 4, NASA granted All Points Logistics a lease for a 200-foot-tall facility exceeding 500,000 square feet on a 64-acre site near the Vehicle Assembly Building. Estimated to cost over $400 million, construction is set to begin in fall 2026, with operations potentially starting in late 2027. The complex will handle spacecraft assembly, integration, and fueling for commercial and government missions. Officials anticipate 50 to 100 personnel on site, including All Points staff and mission workers. "One of the main things I kept hearing from all kinds of customers: You need more payload processing facilities," said KSC Director Janet Petro.[2]
Skid Strip Renovation Complete
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station's historic 10,000-foot Skid Strip reopened after a $50.9 million, two-year renovation completed ahead of schedule in April. The project added 1,000-foot concrete ends, 366 LED lights, and upgrades to support heavy aircraft like the C-5 Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III, aiding Eastern Range launch operations. "The scope and scale of this project was massive," noted Col. Christopher Bulson, Space Launch Delta 45 deputy commander.[3]
These projects enhance launch infrastructure, with Starship preparations pointing to a potential first Florida flight in late 2026. The All Points complex promises 50 to 100 professional positions, bolstering local opportunities as facilities ramp up.