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

Feb 08, 2023
Small satellites dominated the space industry in terms of numbers, accounting for 95% of all spacecraft launched in 2022, according to a report by Bryce Tech.
Feb 08, 2023
SpaceX is taking steps to prevent Starlink technology provided to Ukraine from being used for offensive military purposes.
Feb 08, 2023
SpaceX will attempt to test-fire the 33 Raptor engines of its first Starship/Super Heavy booster on Feb. 9.
Feb 07, 2023
Spacetug developer Exotrail of France has raised a $58 million Series B round.
Feb 07, 2023
The International Space Station is nearing a challenging stretch.
Feb 08, 2023
Small satellites dominated the space industry in terms of numbers, accounting for 95% of all spacecraft launched in 2022, according to a report by Bryce Tech.
Feb 08, 2023
SpaceX is taking steps to prevent Starlink technology provided to Ukraine from being used for offensive military purposes.
Feb 08, 2023
SpaceX will attempt to test-fire the 33 Raptor engines of its first Starship/Super Heavy booster on Feb. 9.
Feb 07, 2023
Spacetug developer Exotrail of France has raised a $58 million Series B round.
Feb 07, 2023
The International Space Station is nearing a challenging stretch.
Feb 06, 2023
The company is developing Starlab, a privately run space station in low Earth orbit, planned for launch in 2028.
Feb 06, 2023
The 109-ft.-tall Vulcan booster and 38 1/2-ft. Centaur V upper stage arrived in Florida on Jan. 21.
Feb 03, 2023
Hydrosat has won a contract from AFWERX to adapt its surface temperature data analytics software for military missions.