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

Nov 16, 2023
The Midland, Texas-based startup still needs to raise more money to build out its constellation beyond the initial five satellites.
Nov 15, 2023
SpaceX is targeting launch of its second Starship-SuperHeavy vehicle on Nov. 17 from Boca Chica Beach, Texas.
Nov 15, 2023
A White House official says U.S. space regulations—developed decades ago—were crafted when commercial space capabilities were limited.
Nov 14, 2023
Terran Orbital is walking back its own midterm expectations.
Nov 13, 2023
Hon Hai Precision Manufacturing Co. is pivoting to the space economy in a bid to diversify its revenue sources.
Nov 16, 2023
The Midland, Texas-based startup still needs to raise more money to build out its constellation beyond the initial five satellites.
Nov 15, 2023
SpaceX is targeting launch of its second Starship-SuperHeavy vehicle on Nov. 17 from Boca Chica Beach, Texas.
Nov 15, 2023
A White House official says U.S. space regulations—developed decades ago—were crafted when commercial space capabilities were limited.
Nov 14, 2023
Terran Orbital is walking back its own midterm expectations.
Nov 13, 2023
Hon Hai Precision Manufacturing Co. is pivoting to the space economy in a bid to diversify its revenue sources.
Nov 13, 2023
Chipmaker Qualcomm is killing its once-touted partnership with Iridium Communications.
Nov 13, 2023
Firefly Aerospace’s valuation has reached $1.5 billion following the conclusion of another tranche of financing in its Series C round.
Nov 10, 2023
The co-founder and CEO of beleaguered Astra Space is spearheading a proposal to take the rocket launch startup private via a roughly $30 million offer.