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

Aug 07, 2025
Voyager Technologies has disclosed the acquisition of software developer ElectroMagnetic Systems.
Aug 07, 2025
German satellite maker OHB expects to reach a record of around €2.8 billion ($3.3 billion) in order bookings for next year.
Aug 07, 2025
Virgin Galactic is delaying the first launch of its upgraded commercial spaceflight program because of manufacturing problems.
Aug 06, 2025
Amazon has partnered with an Australian-government owned company to deliver “wholesale fixed broadband to customers in parts of regional, rural and remote Australia.”
Aug 05, 2025
New remarks by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy point to the U.S. government turning its focus back to the Moon and the mission to colonize it.
Aug 07, 2025
Voyager Technologies has disclosed the acquisition of software developer ElectroMagnetic Systems.
Aug 07, 2025
German satellite maker OHB expects to reach a record of around €2.8 billion ($3.3 billion) in order bookings for next year.
Aug 07, 2025
Virgin Galactic is delaying the first launch of its upgraded commercial spaceflight program because of manufacturing problems.
Aug 06, 2025
Amazon has partnered with an Australian-government owned company to deliver “wholesale fixed broadband to customers in parts of regional, rural and remote Australia.”
Aug 05, 2025
New remarks by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy point to the U.S. government turning its focus back to the Moon and the mission to colonize it.
Aug 05, 2025
Eutelsat is looking to grow its OneWeb operations to sustain its top line, bolstered by higher Ukrainian and French military-related sales.
Aug 04, 2025
The UK Civil Aviation Authority says Skyrora's license represents the first time it has authorized a British-based company for a vertical launch.
Aug 04, 2025
Interstellar Technologies is teaming with Toyota to use automotive business assets for manufacturing rocket engines and propellant tanks.