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

Sep 14, 2026
Sophia Space plans to finance the buildout of its 10-sat edge computing constellation with a $300 million leasing deal.
Sep 14, 2026
Swissto12 and Mitsubishi Electric signed a memorandum of understanding under which the satellite manufacturer will supply 3D-printed components for Mitsubishi's payloads.
Sep 14, 2026
Laser Light has begun seeking vendors for its High Articulation Laser Optical system, targeting operational status in approximately three years.
Sep 14, 2026
When European Space Agency member states convene in December, the full scope of autonomous human spaceflight will be on the agenda, the head of ESA says.
Sep 14, 2026
Satellogic has signed an agreement to expand the Earth-imaging work it does for the U.S. Office of Naval Research, adding six satellites for maritime surveillance.
Sep 14, 2026
Sophia Space plans to finance the buildout of its 10-sat edge computing constellation with a $300 million leasing deal.
Sep 14, 2026
Swissto12 and Mitsubishi Electric signed a memorandum of understanding under which the satellite manufacturer will supply 3D-printed components for Mitsubishi's payloads.
Sep 14, 2026
Laser Light has begun seeking vendors for its High Articulation Laser Optical system, targeting operational status in approximately three years.
Sep 14, 2026
When European Space Agency member states convene in December, the full scope of autonomous human spaceflight will be on the agenda, the head of ESA says.
Sep 14, 2026
Satellogic has signed an agreement to expand the Earth-imaging work it does for the U.S. Office of Naval Research, adding six satellites for maritime surveillance.
Sep 14, 2026
The European Space Agency has taken another small step toward use of the planned Starlab commercial orbital outpost.
Sep 14, 2026
Rocket Lab is challenging NASA’s award of the Mars Telecommunications Network program to Blue Origin, arguing the agency’s source selection was faulty.
Sep 13, 2026
Elveo Mobile, which plans to deploy a direct-to-device satellite communications network, has picked Apex to support its spacecraft manufacturing plans.