Commercial Space

The commercial space market, also known as the private space industry or NewSpace, is experiencing strong growth. This burgeoning sector encompasses activities such as satellite manufacturing, space tourism, rocket launches, satellite services and space exploration initiatives driven by private companies. Players like SpaceX and Blue Origin on the launch side, or Planet and Maxar with their in-orbit satellite constellations are revolutionizing the industry, making space more accessible and cost-effective. The demand for satellite internet, Earth observation, and space-based services has fueled investments and technological advancements. With the rise of reusable rockets, commercial crew missions, and ambitious plans for space mining and Mars colonization, the commercial space market is poised for exponential growth, promising exciting developments and opportunities into the future. 

News & Analysis

Jul 16, 2026
United Arab Emirates defense conglomerate Edge Group says it has acquired 100% of Brazilian aerospace and engineering firm Akaer, expanding its foothold in the South American country.
Jul 16, 2026
Satellite maker Swissto12 says it is looking to boost spacecraft production and integration capacity to keep pace with growing commercial and government demand.
Jul 15, 2026
AST SpaceMobile said late July 15 it is raising up to $1.15 billion gross via debt later eligible to be turned into stock or cash, in part for potential acquisitions or partnerships.
Jul 15, 2026
Voyager Technologies, a contender for a NASA-backed, privately owned space station in low Earth orbit, is adding Penn State University to its associated space research institute.
Jul 15, 2026
Axiom Space appointed experienced finance and technology executives as it advances its initiatives.
Jul 16, 2026
United Arab Emirates defense conglomerate Edge Group says it has acquired 100% of Brazilian aerospace and engineering firm Akaer, expanding its foothold in the South American country.
Jul 16, 2026
Satellite maker Swissto12 says it is looking to boost spacecraft production and integration capacity to keep pace with growing commercial and government demand.
Jul 15, 2026
AST SpaceMobile said late July 15 it is raising up to $1.15 billion gross via debt later eligible to be turned into stock or cash, in part for potential acquisitions or partnerships.
Jul 15, 2026
Voyager Technologies, a contender for a NASA-backed, privately owned space station in low Earth orbit, is adding Penn State University to its associated space research institute.
Jul 15, 2026
Axiom Space appointed experienced finance and technology executives as it advances its initiatives.
Jul 13, 2026
The FAA has closed its mishap investigation into SpaceX’s last Starship-Super Heavy flight test, clearing the company for another attempt to demonstrate its next-generation reusable superheavy lift system as early as July 16.
Jul 13, 2026
Auxilium Biotechnologies says it has bioprinted kidney, liver and cartilage tissues, as well as nerve repair implants, aboard the International Space Station.
Jul 13, 2026
NASA's Capstone mission concludes after testing lunar navigation and communications tech for future deep space exploration.