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 12, 2024
The AST BlueBird 1-5 mission lifted off at 4:52 a.m. EDT from Cape Canaveral SFS Space Launch Complex 40.
Sep 12, 2024
The EVA was the highlight of a five-day charter organized and financed by entrepreneur Jared Isaacman.
Sep 11, 2024
Surpassing the 853-mi.-high Gemini 11 apogee record was a personal goal of Polaris Dawn commander and financier Jared Isaacman.
Sep 11, 2024
The 18.3-m (60-ft.) vehicle took off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at noon local time Sept. 11.
Sep 10, 2024
SpaceX says it has been ready to launch the fifth Starship-Super Heavy Integrated Flight Test (IFT-5) since early August.
Sep 12, 2024
The AST BlueBird 1-5 mission lifted off at 4:52 a.m. EDT from Cape Canaveral SFS Space Launch Complex 40.
Sep 12, 2024
The EVA was the highlight of a five-day charter organized and financed by entrepreneur Jared Isaacman.
Sep 11, 2024
Surpassing the 853-mi.-high Gemini 11 apogee record was a personal goal of Polaris Dawn commander and financier Jared Isaacman.
Sep 11, 2024
The 18.3-m (60-ft.) vehicle took off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at noon local time Sept. 11.
Sep 10, 2024
SpaceX says it has been ready to launch the fifth Starship-Super Heavy Integrated Flight Test (IFT-5) since early August.
Sep 10, 2024
The first mission is planned as early as March 2025.
Sep 10, 2024
Entrepreneur Jared Isaacman and three crewmates lifted off onboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule on Sept. 10 for the five-day Polaris Dawn mission.