Space capabilities are a core element of any modern defence arsenal. In Europe, how­ever, military space capabilities are limited and dependence on the United States remains high. Europe must develop its capabilities in order to reduce dependencies and enhance its capacity to act on its own,...

The Space Economy is defined by the OECD as 'activities and use of space resources that create value and benefits for humanity in the course of exploring, researching, understanding, managing and utilizing space.' * The value of the Space Economy in the early 2020s was somewhere between $370...

The rise of commercial space ventures heightens tensions between investor protections and states’ regulatory sovereignty. With dual-use technologies and evolving space law, balancing innovation, security, and sustainability is critical. Coordinated global frameworks and well-grounded national...

The Space Economy is defined by the OECD as 'activities and use of space resources that create value and benefits for humanity in the course of exploring, researching, understanding, managing and utilizing space.' * The value of the Space Economy in the early 2020s was somewhere between $370...

Space holds promise for both economic prosperity and the attainment of strategic goals. The EU's future role in space is contingent on fast-changing geopolitical dynamics, which can range from peaceful cooperation to heightened competition or conflict among global powers. Given the importance of...

According to the US government, the Russian government is developing a programme to arm some of its satellites with nuclear warheads. Should the Kremlin acquire this capability, it could destroy key parts of the civilian satellite infrastructure by detonating a single nuclear weapon in low Earth...

After a period of pure governmental space activities, financed by public money, space has become a commercial business with an estimated turnover of 660 billion USD in 2024 and an expected growth of more than 1.5 trillion USD by 2035. Space activities have transferred from national prestige...

Satellites support communications, navigation, security, search and rescue and scientific research across the Arctic. The number of satellites is growing quickly, creating opportunities for growth and development. However, the increased use of space also carries risks for national and regional...

Over the past ten years, and without a lot of public or political attention, space has become a site of commercial investment and development. Already much in our daily lives depends on growing satellite systems, crowding Earth's orbit, for communication, navigation, weather information, and the...

Suborbital space tourism is a catalyst for space industry revenue that could reach $1.1 billion by 2032. This study evaluated the influence of the four dimensions of Iso-Ahola's (1982) theory of tourism motivation on willingness to fly as a point-to-point suborbital space tourist. 870...

With investments in outer space growing exponentially and with more states seeking to develop domestic space capabilities, states should be aware of their rights and obligations under international space law and of the potential applicability of investment protection obligations to space...

Der Bericht untersucht die rechtlichen Fragen, die sich im Kontext der mit "New Space" umschriebenen Transformation der Raumfahrt stellen. Den Ausgangspunkt bildet das internationale Weltraumrecht. Aus diesem ergibt sich die staatliche Pflicht zur Genehmigung und Beaufsichtigung...

Humans once again stand poised to institutionally transcend possible harmful economic and social stagnation arising from earthbound limitations by becoming a space faring species. The resurgent public interest in the economic and cultural potential of outer space reflects the convergence of...

The space economy has been gaining increasing interest due to its important role in modern societies and the rising number of countries and enterprises involved in space activities. Nevertheless, a robust economic measurement of the space economy is hampered by the data scarcity and the lack of...

Are there too many satellites in Low Earth Orbit, or too few? Why not use a market mechanism such as space launch auctions or orbit auctions to answer this question? This paper contributes to the literature on outer space governance by proposing a novel method of outer space governance: orbit...

Human exploration of outer space has stimulated multiple innovations from both government and private sources. The decision to invest vast sums of money over a short period of time for the moon programs of the 1960s radically increased the level of innovation. Accomplishing this required new...

Der Bericht untersucht die rechtlichen Fragen, die sich im Kontext der mit "New Space" umschriebenen Transformation der Raumfahrt stellen. Den Ausgangspunkt bildet das internationale Weltraumrecht. Aus diesem ergibt sich die staatliche Pflicht zur Genehmigung und Beaufsichtigung...

What would it mean for people to make outer space better rather than worse? Earth-based intuitions about the relationship between humans and the environment often assume that humans are a source of degradation and pollution, and that the best thing humans can do is to leave the environment alone...

Aim: The issue of space debris (or space junk) is an important aspect of the sustainability of space. If not properly managed, the accumulation of space debris could make some orbital paths too dangerous to use, potentially limiting our ability to explore and utilize space. This study aims to...

-- Chapter 1. How to Measure Space Tourism Demand? Prof. PENG KANG-LIN and Ph.D. Candidate WU YIZE -- Chapter 2. What are Space Tourism Demand Variables? Prof. PENG KANG-LIN and Ph.D. Candidate WU YIZE -- Chapter 3. How Is Nonlinearity in Space Tourism Demand Modeled? Prof. PENG KANG-LIN and...

Historical And Legal Context Of Space Activities In Mexico -- The Potential Of Mexico's Capabilities In Utilizing Severe Plastic Deformation To Form Al-Li Parts For Aerospace Applications -- Uses And Applications Of Artificial Intelligence And Its Contribution To The Growth Of The Mexican Space...

1. Zero-G Dreams: The Promise of Commercial Space Travel -- 2. Celestial Entrepreneurs: Crafting Business Models Beyond Earth's Atmosphere -- 3. Laws of the Cosmos: Navigating the Space Tourism Legal Landscape -- 4. AI Copilots: Revolutionary Designs for Safer Space Vehicles -- 5. Virtual...

1. Introduction -- A Comprehensive Overview of the Growing Global Space Economy: From Government Leadership to Commercial Opportunities and Ecosystem Development -- 3. Start a Space Venture: Key Rationale, Funding, Strategic Approaches, and Overcoming Challenges for New Entrants in the Space...

"Uncover the intricate dynamics shaping the space economy. This pioneering work explores the historical, economic, and technological forces that have driven humanity's ventures into space, from the Space Race to the emergence of private aerospace giants. It provides an in-depth analysis of how...

Introduction : The Future of Outer Space Law / Anna Marie Brennan -- From Wagon Trains to Rocket Ships : Frontier Mentalities and Natural Law in Outer Space / Jennifer Brobst -- A Narrative of Space Law : Extra-Textual Extra-terrestrial Law Formation / P.J. Blount -- The Right of Self-Defence in...

Nigeria and South Africa renewed their commitment to each other during the 10th Bi-national Commission (BNC) that was held in November 2021. They signed new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in youth development, women and child empowerment, and political consultation. They reviewed earlier MoUs...

The 35th African Union (AU) Summit is scheduled for 5-6 February 2022. During the Summit, African Heads of States and Governments will deliberate and decide on several policies and programmes of the AU. As with past Summits, it is expected that the Assembly discuss the flagship programmes of the...

The identity and institutional capabilities of the European Union (EU) have changed over the years. As a global player in international politics, the EU has recognized the need to develop a comprehensive space policy perspective. This perspective is shaped by changes in the dynamics of the space...

One thriving but slipping under the radar of researchers economic sector is the space economy. The multi-billion space industries enjoy a constant increase in investment in the recent years even despite the crisis caused by COVID-19. This paper aims to trace the development of this sector, to...