Selection of Spaceport Site in Indonesia: Good Economic Efficiency and Contribution to Local Economic Development

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to determine a suitable location for establishing spaceport, in conformity with good economic efficiency, while contributing to the local economic development; two options seem feasible as of now: i.e. Papua (Biak District) or North Maluku (Morotai District). Descriptive-analytic method has been used as an analysis method of this research. Indicator of good economic efficiency would mean availability of infrastructure and investment, including investment support industry. Meanwhile, indicator of contribution to local economic development includes economic growth (GRDP), and investment potential by looking forward to commersialization (Integrated Economic Development Zone and Special Economic Zone). The result of the study shows that Biak District is more suitable, as according to the first indicator, (i.e. good economic efficiency) Biak is superior and well-planned as compared to Morotai District. Similarly, based on the indicator of contribution to local economic development, Biak District has a greater economic size and growth with better prospects as compared to Morotai District.