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Canada is set to announce historic investments in European Space Agency programs this week, reinforcing a decades-long partnership that boosts the national economy and scientific innovation.
The Canadian government has committed nearly $200 million over three years to establish a sovereign space launch capability, aiming for operational launches by 2028.
The booming space industry's record number of launches and satellite reentries is raising urgent questions about its environmental impact on Earth's upper atmosphere.
The commercial space industry's growth depends on more than rockets; it requires a complex site selection process balancing government proximity, specialized facilities, and a unique talent pool.
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has laid off 550 employees, over 10% of its staff, due to funding cuts for its flagship Mars Sample Return mission.
The space manufacturing industry is advancing technologically but has yet to create a profitable market. High costs remain a major barrier, with pharmaceuticals and advanced materials seen as the most
Polish optical systems firm Scanway Space has won its first U.S. contract to build a lunar mapping telescope for Intuitive Machines' 2026 mission.
The University of Southern California is cementing its role as a major talent pipeline for the space industry, with over 12 alumni becoming NASA astronauts.
Space startup Albedo is pivoting from commercial imagery to focus entirely on building infrastructure for Very Low Earth Orbit after its Clarity satellite proved the viability of the region.
Investor interest in the space economy is rising, with a recent market analysis highlighting seven key companies showing significant trading activity.
New Zealand's space sector grew 53% between 2020 and 2024, reaching NZ$2.68 billion, with the government planning further expansion via defense investment.
French space defense startup Dark has ceased operations despite raising $11 million and securing government contracts. The company cited a lack of foundational support.
