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This article explores the concept of space-based solar power, identifies the challenges, and highlights ongoing initiatives to overcome these challenges.
Read More Space-Based Solar Power: Harnessing the Sun’s Energy from SpaceDefinitions, pros and cons, manufacturers, example satellites using standardized satellite bus, cost of standardized satellite bus
Read More What is a Satellite Bus and Why is it Important?Cislunar space is poised to become a vital part of the space economy in the long term. The strategic importance of this region, coupled with its potential for new market opportunities, will drive investment, innovation, and job creation.
Read More What is Cislunar Space and its Implications for the Space Economy?Detailed case studies from ESA
Read More Earth Observation Applications Case StudiesA spaceport, also known as a cosmodrome or launch complex, is a specialized facility designed for the construction, maintenance, launch, and recovery of spacecraft and their payloads. What are the challenges associated with building a spaceport?
Read More The Challenges of Building a New SpaceportThis article explores the challenges and key factors involved in achieving this ambitious goal, discussing relevant perspectives from industry leaders, outlining the steps required for establishing a sustainable colony on Mars, and providing rough timelines for this monumental endeavor.
Read More Journey to the Red Planet: The Roadmap to Sustainable Martian SettlementsThis article provides an analysis of the program, including a historical timeline, challenges, and benefits.
Read More NASA’s Commercial Crew Program: A Look at Its History, Challenges, and BenefitsThis article reviews the pros and cons of targeting the military industry for a space company to help an entrepreneur understand the potential advantages and drawbacks associated with this market.
Read More The Pros and Cons of Targeting the Military Industry for Space CompaniesThis article discusses the ongoing militarization of space and its implications for the space economy, focusing on areas such as satellite technology, communication, and strategic competition.
Read More Space Militarization and its Impact on the Space EconomyThe Maritime Industry The maritime industry is a vital sector that plays a critical role in global trade, transportation, and commerce. It encompasses all activities related to ships, ports, and the transportation of goods and people by sea. From the movement of raw materials to the delivery of finished products, the maritime industry has a […]
Read More How Can Space Technology Help The Maritime Industry?Launch flight safety ranges, also referred to as launch ranges or simply flight safety ranges, are designated areas or zones around a launch site established to ensure the safety of personnel, equipment, and the general public during the launch of a rocket or a spacecraft. These safety ranges involve a set of protocols, procedures, and systems designed to minimize the risks associated with a launch.
Read More Launch Flight Safety Ranges – A Comprehensive GuideThere is more to Spaceports than just launching rockets!
Read More Spaceports as Hubs for Economic DevelopmentThis article explores what the launch window is, why it is important, and how it affects space exploration.
Read More Timing is EverythingSpace weather can have a range of effects on weather patterns on Earth.
Read More How Does Space Weather Affect Weather on Earth?This article discusses the Earth’s magnetosphere, its significance to the space economy, and the challenges it poses to future space endeavors.
Read More Earth’s Magnetosphere: The Invisible Guardian of the Space EconomyMold is a type of fungus that thrives in moist environments, making space stations an ideal breeding ground for it. The presence of mold in space stations can lead to a variety of health problems for astronauts, including allergic reactions, respiratory problems, and even infections.
Read More Mold in Space: The Hidden Danger Astronauts FaceSatellites can be classified in various ways depending on their purpose, orbit, and design. This article reviews the common classifications.
Read More Satellite Classification TaxonomyThis article provides an overview of the different types of Earth observation products, their applications, and their unique features.
Read More Unveiling the Earth: A Guide to Different Earth Observation ProductsPublished on March 28, 2023
Read More Size and Health of the UK Space Industry 2022This article explores the procedures NASA has implemented to detect, prepare for, and respond to space weather events on the ISS.
Read More NASA’s ISS Procedures: Responding to Space WeatherWhat tools are available to Governments to support economic development in the space economy?
Read More The Space Economy: Unlocking New Opportunities for Economic DevelopmentThis article explores the concept of protectionism, its consequences, and provides specific examples where protectionism has impacted the space economy.
Read More Protectionism and the Space Economy: A Double-Edged SwordDetailed spaceport maps for Global, European, and United States
Read More Spaceports: Transportation Hubs of the 21st CenturyThis article revisits the key takeaways from the study and discusses how it has shaped the industry in the years since its publication.
Read More Delving into the US Space Industry Deep Dive: A Retrospective Look at the 2014 Government StudyFrom promoting reforestation to preventing deforestation, degradation and fires, the EU Space Programme is an essential tool for sustainable forest management. Here’s six ways that Copernicus, EGNOS and Galileo are all working to ensure that everyone can benefit from healthy forests.
Read More How EUSPA Space Technology Helps Sustainable Forest ManagementThis article explores the intricacies of the solar cycle, including the concepts of solar maxima and minima, the impact on Earth, and ongoing research in this area.
Read More Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sun’s 11-Year Cycle: Solar Maxima, Minima, and BeyondHow does space technology help railway operators and passengers?
Read More How Can Space Technology Help The Rail Industry?Imagery is available for free… no restrictions.
Read More Free Earth Observation Data… A Quick Overview of The Landsat Data Access ProgramThis article explores technology export regulations and discusses their impact on the space economy.
Read More Technology Export Regulations and Implications for the Space EconomyOverview of the ways that satellite technology can save lives.
Read More How Can Space Technology Help Emergency Management Services?If the long overdue “big one” earthquake were to hit California, it would have significant consequences on various industries, including the space economy. Many space-related companies have headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or launch sites in California.
Read More The Big One and the Space Economy: Understanding the Consequences of a Major Earthquake in CaliforniaThis article explores the NAICS classification system, examines how it applies to space economy businesses and discusses its importance for businesses and governments.
Read More Decoding the Space Industry: A Closer Look at the NAICS Classification System and its Application to Satellite and Launch CompaniesAn overview of the ways that satellite technology is used to help predict earthquakes.
Read More How Can Space Technology Help Predict Earthquakes?This article explores the advantages and disadvantages of horizontal integration for Earth observation satellite operators, as well as the current state of the industry in terms of horizontal integration.
Read More The Pros and Cons of Horizontal Integration for Earth Observation Satellite OperatorsThis article explores the distinctions between horizontal and vertical markets and provides examples in the context of the space economy.
Read More Horizontal vs. Vertical Markets: A Look into the Space EconomyThis article explores the advantages and disadvantages of vertical integration for Earth observation satellite operators, as well as the current state of the industry in terms of vertical integration.
Read More The Pros and Cons of Vertical Integration for Earth Observation Satellite OperatorsDescribes how satellite technology is used in the mining industry.
Read More How Can Space Technology Help The Mining Industry?Discusses data fusion and synthetic aperture radar satellite imagery
Read More Enhancing Satellite Imagery Insights: The Power of Data Fusion in SAR Remote SensingJoint Project will Collect Data on Supply Chains Affiliated with NASA and NOAA
Read More Commerce, NASA Begin U.S. Civil Space Industrial Base Assessment (March 2023)High-quality newsletters providing space economy insights.
Read More 17 Must-Read Space Economy Newsletters!This article describes the role the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plays in regulating satellites in the United States.
Read More What is the FCC’s Role in Commercial Space?Discusses ways in which AI is currently used, and can be used, to advance space technology.
Read More How can Artificial Intelligence be used in Space Technology?How does satellite technology benefit agriculture?
Read More How Can Space Technology Help the Agriculture Industry?Moon Village Association lunar economy taxonomy overview
Read More Lunar Economy Taxonomy – Moon Village AssociationOverview of ESA space economy taxonomy
Read More Space Economy Taxonomy – ESA and DealroomA short history of space resources mining.
Read More Space Resource Mining… What is it and How Real is it?This article explores how satellite technology can help in dam management and maintenance.
Read More How Can Space Technology Help Dam Management and Maintenance?Example of horizontal and vertical markets in the space economy
Read More Space Economy Horizontal and Vertical Markets – A Quick OverviewComprehensive database and analysis of launch vehicles on the horizon.
Read More New Orbital Rockets on the Horizon – 2023 editionTo help commercial space companies and others interested in this industry, the FAA publishes data on all commercial space-related activities in their commercial space transportation licensing database.
Read More FAA Commercial Space Data 2010 to 2023Analysis of small satellites activities in 2022 by BryceTech.
Read More BryceTech Smallsats by the Numbers 2023Currently nothing space economy specific, but potentially space company relevant.
Read More What is Gartner’s “Magic Quadrant” and Relevance to the Space Economy – A Quick OverviewSeveral very useful research tools provided by NASA..
Read More Researching NASA Research, Technology, Collaborations, and More – A Quick OverviewAnswers the question – What are the segments of a space system?
Read More Space System Segments – A Quick OverviewProvides resources for creating a business SWOT
Read More SWOT Analysis: An Essential Part of Market AnalysisFacts and figures based upon a review of the competitive landscape for space logistics vehicles.
Read More Insights into Space Logistics VehiclesReview of funding stages that space start-ups can go through
Read More Space Start-ups Funding Stages – A Quick OverviewTaxonomy used by dealroom.co for their space tech database
Read More Space Economy Taxonomy – Space Tech DatabasePointers to top articles addressing elements of the SpaceX business, including: cost to reuse Falcon 9 boosters, financials, payload customers, and $/kg competitive positioning.
Read More Everything You Wanted to Know About SpaceX from a Business Perspective…Some common areas of market segmentation
Read More Space Economy Market Segmentation Taxonomies – General$4.7 billion investment made in 4Q 2022
Read More Space Capital 4Q 2022 Investment ReportProvides an overview of the space economy value chain and highlights different interpretations by different organizations.
Read More What is the Value Chain of the Space Economy – A Quick OverviewOECD definition of what should be considered a “Space Company”
Read More What is a “Space Company” – A Quick OverviewOnline resources for discovering funding sources and sales opportunities.
Read More Funding and Sales Resources for Space EntrepreneursNot much sand left in the hourglass…
Read More Astra Space Inc. Countdown to $0?Timeline of United States actions from 2011 to 2022 to protect historical lunar artifacts and sites.
Read More Timeline of U.S. Actions to Protect Lunar Historical Sites and ArtifactsHighly recommended newsletters to keep on top of the space economy… and they are all free.
Read More 15 Must-Read Space Economy Newsletters!20 years ago, what did the experts think was important to do in order to secure US leadership in space in the 21st-century? How have things progressed so far?
Read More US and Space – 2002 Looking into the 21st-CenturyFollows the development of space marketing from the beginning to present day. Advertising campaigns and important milestones are provided.
Read More Timeline of Space Marketing from 1962 to the PresentNASA goals and implementation strategies related to developing a sustainable US commercial space industry.
Read More NASA’s Plan to Foster a US Commercial Space Industry – A Quick OverviewNASA’s key role in the new space economy.
Read More NASA and the New Space Economy – A Quick OverviewHow to access the public acquisition forecast for NASA…
Read More NASA’s Consolidated Acquisition Forecast – Sales Prospecting ResourcesSummary of February 2022 UK National Space Strategy document.
Read More UK National Space Policy – A Quick OverviewWhat are the areas related to in-space manufacturing that NASA is interested in funding?
Read More NASA In-Space Production Applications (InSPA) Priorities for Funding – A Quick OverviewWhat are the characteristics of microgravity that may benefit manufacturing activities?
Read More The Value of Microgravity for Manufacturing – A Quick OverviewWhat are the counterspace threats and how do space systems minimize their vulnerability?
Read More Space Systems vs Counterspace Threats – A Quick OverviewWhat is the scope of space logistics, what are the services available, what are the benefits for customers?
Read More Space Logistics – A Quick OverviewYou may be surprised!
Read More Guess Who is SpaceX’s Best Customer?What medications were used, why and how often?
Read More Insights into US Astronauts Use of Medication on ISS between 2002 and 2012This article summarizes the results of a NASA analysis of consumables supplies sent to the ISS between October 2017 to February 2020.
Read More Insights into the Space Logistics of ISS from 2017 to 2020Infographics overview of China’s lunar exploration program. Coverage includes program phases and specific missions.
Read More Timeline of China’s Lunar Exploration Program from 2007 to 2035+As with many secret projects, there is ongoing speculation regarding the hidden “REAL” purpose of the X-37…
Read More What do you think the X-37B’s mission is?A comprehensive timeline of ISAM / OSAM major advances and milestones from 1961 into the future.
Read More Timeline of In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) Advances – Past, Present and FutureThe same way you might purchase insurance for your home or automobile, satellite operators can purchase insurance for their satellites. What type of space insurance is available and what does it cover?
Read More Space Insurance – A Quick OverviewInteractive data visualizations of NASA annual budget from 1959 to 2022.
Read More More Insights into NASA Annual Budgets from 1959 to 2022This article focuses on Space Start-ups and their potential for acquisition in 2023+.
Read More Space Company Acquisitions WatchInteractive data visualizations and data set related to United States spaceports.
Read More Insights into US SpaceportsInteractive data visualizations and data set related to global orbital spaceports.
Read More Insights into Global Orbital SpaceportsInteractive data visualizations of launch vehicle costs for NASA planetary exploration missions.
Read More Insights into NASA Launch Vehicle Costs from 1959 to 2022What happens before the rocket leaves the launch pad? This article provides a quick overview of launch operations processes.
Read More Launch Operations Processes – A Quick OverviewCurrent market capitalization of publicly traded space companies.
Read More Space Companies Market Capitalization (Publicly Traded)As of October 10, 2022
Read More How Many Active Orbital Rocket Types Currently Exist?Evolution of Falcon 9 price to launch a kilogram of payload into LEO.
Read More Industry Disruptor: SpaceX Falcon 9 LEO Launch Pricing 2010 to 2022An overview of the different methods for establishing a basis for space launch pricing market comparisons.
Read More Estimating Space Launch Prices for Market Comparatives – A Quick OverviewInsights into global operational launch vehicles.
Read More Insights into Operational Orbital Launch Vehicle TypesThis article provides an overview of space station logistic spacecraft using data visualizations. Source data set is provided.
Read More Insights into Space Station Logistics Spacecraft – Past, Present, and FutureThe space economy has been steadily growing since 2005. Space economy size estimates from 2005 to 2045 are visualized and the source data set is provided.
Read More Global Space Economy Size Estimates 2005 to 2045For those who want to keep on top of SpaceX’s Starship, this article highlights the Top 5 resources to use.
Read More Top 5 List for Fans of SpaceX’s StarshipOver 2400 experiments have been performed on ISS since the space station became operational. What has been done, by who, and what are the plans for the future?
Read More Research in Space – A Quick OverviewOver 2400 experiments have been performed on ISS since it became operational. This article provides high-level insights into the experiments.
Read More Insights into ISS ExperimentsIs there really any difference between a Government Astronaut and a Space Tourist? This article looks at it from the context of market size analysis.
Read More There is no Difference Between a Government Astronaut and a Space Tourist!Charts and associated data set
Read More Space Companies Relative Performance (Publicly Listed)Analysis of missions and associated characteristics
Read More Insights into NASA’s Smallsat/Cubesat Fleet Mission Database1998 to the future
Read More Space Logistics Cargo Spacecraft from the Past to the FutureAutomatically updated charts and data showing the performance of space SPAC companies.
Read More Space SPAC Companies PerformanceThis article provides a comprehensive guide to space economy data sets.
Read More A Guide to Space Economy Data SetsA comprehensive timeline starting with the first mention of satellite and following the progression of events through the birth of Cubesats, the proliferation of LEO constellations, to the future inevitable decline of LEO constellations and small satellites.
Read More A Timeline of the Smallsat Market – Past, Present, and FutureThe roller coaster ride from over $2 billion valuation to less than $200 million…
Read More Astra Space Inc. Company History 2016 to the PresentInsights into the 16 operational, planned or proposed space stations.
Read More New Space Stations on the HorizonThere are currently 14 operational, planned or proposed Space Stations…
Read More Space Stations Current and FutureVisualizations of FAA licensed launch data
Read More Insights into FAA Licensed Launches from 1989 to August 31, 2022Virgin Galactic articles compendium
Read More Insights into Virgin GalacticData visualizations providing interesting insights
Read More Insights into Operational Satellites Currently in Orbit Around Earth as of June 2022All crewed spacecraft from 1961 to currently planned future vehicles.
Read More Crewed Spacecraft from the Past to the FutureThe top sources for US space sustainability policy, regulation and information on what is in orbit.
Read More Top 5 Sources for Space Sustainability Information – A Quick OverviewWashington State Space Economy Size 2018 and 2022
Read More Washington State Space Economy 2022There is 100 times more solar energy available from a narrow strip around the earth at Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO), than the forecast global energy demands of humanity in 2050. Want to know more?
Read More Is space based solar power feasible? Is it affordable?New report published in 2022
Read More The UK Space Supply Chain 2022Covers the period from 1957 to 1996
Read More Origins of the US Commercial Space Industry – A Quick OverviewThis National Strategy outlines how the United States will support and stimulate the United States Government (USG), academic, and commercial ISAM capability development.
Read More In-Space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing National Strategy 2022An interagency implementation plan to guide the actions of the U.S. Government (USG) in addressing orbital debris challenges.
Read More National Orbital Debris Implementation Plan 2022An overview using latest information from NASA and ESA.
Read More Space Junk, Space Debris, Orbital Debris – A Quick OverviewNew report published August 2022
Read More State of the Space Industrial Base 2022Three Deloitte Consulting publications address the commercialization of low Earth orbit (LEO) and its associated economic impact.
Read More How will commercialization of LEO affect the economy?Space economy taxonomy from the context of a venture capital firm.
Read More Space Economy Taxonomy – Space CapitalSpace economy taxonomy from a venture capital perspective.
Read More Space Economy Taxonomy – SpaceFundOnly the best…
Read More 11 Must-Read Space Economy Newsletters!Get the scoop on the maiden flights of new orbital launch vehicles happening in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Read More New Orbital Rockets on the HorizonThis article consolidates Rocket Lab articles published on newspaceeconomy.ca.
Read More Insights into Rocket LabOnline resources compendium
Read More Space Economy Research ResourcesWhat is involved in delisting? What are the timelines involved? What is your opinion?
Read More Will Astra be delisted from the Nasdaq?CSIS June 2022 Report
Read More Launch Costs 1957 to 2019Commercial Space Data
Read More FAA Commercial Space Statistics as of August 22, 2022Investor update presentation
Read More Rocket Lab Presentation 2Q 2022 Investor Update (August 11, 2022)Abstracts for currently assigned patents.
Read More Rocket Lab Patents as of August 11, 2022 ( $RKLB #RocketLab )A presentation well worth reading!
Read More Rocket Lab Presentation from Bank Of America Conference (August 10, 2022)What possible futures exist for Rocket Lab?
Read More Thought Experiment: Five Possible Futures for Rocket Lab?Summary of NASA analysis from 2019
Read More Smallsat Failure Rates – 2000 to 2016Research and Markets published a new report in August 2022, “Space Situational Awareness Services Market – An Analysis of Debris Mitigation, Domain Awareness & Traffic Management Capabilities: Focus on End User, Orbit, Service, and Region – Analysis and Forecast, 2022-2032”. This article provides an overview of the report contents.
Read More Global Space Situational Awareness Services Forecast to Reach $172.7 Million by 2032The purpose of this article is to provide creators, or aspiring creators, with an overview of opportunities to carve out a niche in Space Economy & Technology infographics.
Read More Part 7: Guide to the Stars (of Space Economy & Technology Infographics) Opportunities for Individual CreatorsWhat is your opinion?
Read More What does the future hold for Astra?What is the plan to profitability? Is there a plan?
Read More Astra’s new business plan is… bankruptcy in 2023?The Axiom Mission 1 operated 25 ISS National Laboratory sponsored experiments. What were those experiments and what were the expected scientific benefits?
Read More What science did the Axiom Mission 1 perform while on the ISS?NASA is changing the rules for Private Astronaut (PA) activities and behavior expectations for missions to the ISS. What is NASA changing and why?
Read More What happened during the Axiom Space Ax-1 ISS mission that made NASA change the rules for future private astronaut missions?This article is a compendium of Space Economy size estimates from government, commercial, and not for profit organizations. .
Read More What Are The Fortune Tellers Saying About The Global Space Economy?The space economy elephant and the analysts…
Read More Space Economy Taxonomy…Astra Space Inc. is heavy on weaknesses and threats.…
Read More Astra Space Inc. – Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT)This article provides a concise overview of the different groupings/categorizations for launch vehicles.
Read More Launch Vehicle Categorizations Made Simple: What You Need To KnowCurrently active, or under development, orbital launchers in 2022.
Read More Orbital Launch Vehicles Compendium 2022Will Neutron be a winner or a dog?
Read More That dog won’t hunt… Rocket Lab’s Neutron Space Launch Vehicle (updated July 15)The SEC provides a freely available database called Edgar which contains information on all publicly traded companies. These companies are required to make filings to the SEC, including: annual reports; and upon the occurrence of specific events that are material to the business. These filings are made available in the Edgar database.
Read More How to use SEC filings to better understand space economy companiesThis article provides an analysis of the space tourism market from the context of customer demand, business sustainability, and market dynamics.
Read More Space Tourism Market AnalysisThis Strategy prioritizes the use of LEO for the benefits of humanity. It will also enable a sustained human presence in space. This Strategy outlines five policy objectives and supporting activities in LEO.
Read More National Low Earth Orbit Research and Development Strategy (March 2023)This article reviews the different radio frequencies used by satellites and their relative strengths and weaknesses.
Read More Radio Frequencies Used by SatellitesTop 10 sales and marketing strategies for emerging markets
Read More Unlocking Opportunities: B2B Sales and Marketing Techniques for Emerging MarketsSimilar but different…
Read More How are Earth Observation and Remote Sensing Different?The highlighted paper in this post provides guidance to help data providers and intermediaries within the EO value chain (from data to applications) increase the societal value of the EO data, information, and data products that they work with.
Read More Paper: Ten Rules to Increase the Societal Value of Earth ObservationsTypes of space weather and space weather classification systems.
Read More How is Space Weather Classified and Why?