Quito Space Tether

The Quito Space Tether is a space elevator located on Earth. It is used for lifting heavy ordinance from the surrounding port facilities into an orbital station at the top of the elevator structure, a transport method much cheaper and more efficient than booster rockets filled with expensive fuel.

Trivia

 * The new Halo 3 multiplayer level, Orbital, takes place on the upper levels of the Quito Tether.