Budget, Policy & Regulation

The space industry is governed by a complex web of space policies and regulations that shape its trajectory. Governments allocate substantial space budgets to fund ambitious space exploration missions, satellite programs, and cutting-edge research initiatives. These space funding mechanisms are critical drivers of innovation and technological advancements in the sector. Space laws and international treaties provide a legal framework for conducting activities in that domain responsibly and sustainably. These space regulations cover areas such as orbital debris mitigation, peaceful use of outer space, and equitable access to space resources. These space governance efforts are aimed at fostering a safe, secure, and collaborative space environment.

News & Analysis

Oct 15, 2024
NASA is designating SpaceX for the two Crew Dragon missions associated with the semiannual exchange of astronauts and Russian cosmonauts to the ISS.
Oct 15, 2024
The company, based in Munich, has two satellites in orbit and plans to launch eight cubesats in 2025, it says on its website.
Oct 14, 2024
Impulse Space will provide its Mira spacecraft to Anduril, which will integrate its own payloads as well as third-party payloads, the companies said Oct. 11.
Oct 14, 2024
Vast Space on Oct. 14 unveiled plans for a follow-on Haven-2 station that will compete for CLD funding in an expected NASA 2026 award.
Oct 14, 2024
The funds will be used to conduct connectivity tests, as well as engineering studies of the company’s first two satellites.
Oct 14, 2024
Magnets guide construction of geodesic space structures that could be built larger than launch vehicles.
Oct 13, 2024
A SpaceX Super Heavy booster flew itself back to its Boca Chica Beach, Texas, launchpad where it was caught by a pair of mechanical arms on the gantry.
Oct 11, 2024
Commercial remote sensing capabilities are proliferating around the world, but U.S. restrictions could limit its global influence.