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In my opinion, this piece from Dennis Moore sums up well the general feeling of European #newspace companies towards upcoming #IRIS² project. While we hear many declarations from European Commission representatives about the importance of innovative SMEs for ensuring strategic European non-dependence in space, the reality is somewhat different. We see the concentration on the old space companies in a single consortium – without any competition and totally excluding New Space. Now ask yourself a question, does this configuration benefit to technological innovation, attraction of private capital to European new space startups? Will it ensure that the program will be implemented without cost overruns and schedule delays? 

How will the development of space factories influence the future of technology and industry on Earth? Let me know your thoughts in the comments, and please follow Space Tech! #spacetech #startup #spaceexploration #spacefactories #space #manufacturing #microchips #medicine

They are talking about us! Space Ambition reports OLM - Orbital Launch Means as one of the most promising startups to be followed in the Italian aerospace industry ecosystem. We are growing fast to gain the place we deserve, thanks to the work of our team and the strong support of our partners. Thanks to Space Ambition: let's take 2 minutes time to read https://lnkd.in/e4cpbYgj GO #OLM!

There's still time to hand in your ideas for the #INNOspaceMasters innovation competition! The deadline has been extended until 2nd May - we are excited to find out more about all of your innovative solutions and ideas! Make sure to check out the six challenges via the website: https://lnkd.in/dweKZ_m #innovation #space #startups #competition #INNOspace

IN-SPACe releases - "Norms, Guidelines and Procedures for implementation of #Indian #Space Policy-2023 in respect of Authorization of Space Activities (NGP)" The unlocking of space sector in India was announced by the Government of India in June 2020 with an aim to boost private sector participation in the entire range of Space Activities. The reforms envisage Non-Government Entities (NGEs) emerging as independent players in the space sector capable of carrying out end-to-end Space Activities. In line with the reforms, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe ), an autonomous single window nodal agency within Department of Space, was constituted in October 2021 with a mandate to authorize all Space Activities undertaken by the Government and NGEs in the country. In addition, IN-SPACe also acts as a promoter, enabler and supervisor for the NGEs involved in the Space Activities. Subsequently, the Indian Space Policy-2023 (ISP-2023) was brought out by the Government in April 2023 outlining the role of all the stakeholders in space sector in the country. The ISP-2023 has also identified the range of Space Activities that require Authorization by IN-SPACe. IN-SPACe has accordingly formulated the Norms, Guidelines and Procedures for implementation of the Indian Space Policy 2023 in respect of Authorization of Space Activities (NGP). The NGP, as described in this document, includes the list of Space Activities which need Authorization from IN-SPACe, criteria for granting the Authorization and necessary conditions/guidelines to be adhered-to by an Applicant. Application templates seeking Authorization for the Space Activities have also been provided in the document. Source : IN-SPACe #india #startup #defence #defencenews #defenceblog #defenceindustry #defencetechnology #defenceforces #defencecapability #space #authorization #guidelines #policy #grant #activities #aatmanirbharbharat #makeinindia #indianarmy #indianarmedforces  ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization ISpA- Indian Space Association Satcom Industry Association SpaceFields GalaxEye Pixxel Dhruva Space Digantara Xovian Aerospace Kepler Aerospace Ltd MountTech Growth Fund - Kavachh

Do you have an idea for the transfer of technology and expertise from other industries to the space sector – or from space to non-space sectors? Then this one is for you: Our partner, the German Space Agency at German Aerospace Center (DLR), in cooperation with European Space Agency - ESA, Airbus, and OHB SE organizes an international innovation competition. The Innospace Masters was launched in 2015. It’s open to companies of all sizes, start-ups, research institutions and universities, as well as individuals from all over the world. The overall theme for 2024 is: Space up your Life – Innovations for a smarter Earth and Space. And: Canada is one of the focus countries this year. What’s in it for you? The winners of the Innospace Masters Challenges will embark on a tailored journey to turn their idea into a real innovation project or business. You could get not only access to technical expertise and a premium network, but also to capital and funding! There are five different challenges to choose from – please find them and further details here: https://lnkd.in/dweKZ_m The submission phase starts on 15 February 2024 and ends on 23 April 2024. We wish all participants every success! #Canada #Germany #PartnerWorldwide DIHK Elisabeth Mittelbach Oliver Pape Yorck Sievers

🚀Watch this space🚀 The UK space industry is growing, and it’s predicted to become an important driver of UK innovation. For an introduction to this exciting sector and the challenges that lay ahead, take a look at our new article below. #UKSpace #Innovation #MishconFuture

Congratulations to ARIANESPACE for today's successful launch of Ariane 6🚀 👏 Stephanie Songer and I wrote a Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) commentary on how the United States and other countries could look to the original Ariane project framework as a potential model for future international space partnerships. Recognizing how procurement preferences and export control rules can be speed bumps to opportunities for international collaboration, we discuss how relentless political will and support will be needed to bring about more allied cooperation on big projects in space. https://lnkd.in/edaxmx5q

NL SPACE ATTENDING SMALLSAT UTAH AUGUST 5 – 10, 2023 Space is ever more of vital importance in our daily lives. Companies and institutes from The Netherlands are leaders in specific niches in space technology, satellite applications and space science. The Dutch delegation presence at the Small Satellite Conference represents the broad capabilities and possibilities the Netherlands has to offer! The delegation consists of directors, lead engineers and business developers of the Dutch space sector, representatives of the Ministerie van Defensie , the NSO - Netherlands Space Office (the governmental Space Agency of the Netherlands), the Netherlands Innovation Network and SpaceNed. Want to know more about the NL Space mission, delegation or future activities? Read here:  https://lnkd.in/ehSK4gru For other information, cooperation or any other questions, please contact hessel.kokke@spacened.nl #SmallSat #NewSpace #SmallSat2023 #SmallSatConference Airbus Netherlands B.V. - Dawn Aerospace - ISISPACE Group - LioniX International - NIDV - Nederlandse Industrie voor Defensie en Veiligheid - Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum - SEKO Logistics - Software Improvement Group (SIG) - Technolution - TNL - Thales - TNO - West End BV - AAC Clyde Space  - S[&]T - Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)

Last week at #ESTEC during the Space for Inspiration event, organized by the ESA BSGN | Business in Space Growth Network I had the opportunity to share SCM - Space Commerce Matters vision of a market-driven Space Industry. One of the most common misconceptions is that price alone is the main driver for consumer choice, and while it's in the top three, it is the need for more capabilities that is currently the main obstacle to a sustainable LEO economy. At SCM we work hard to close the gap between new terrestrial markets and space-based services, because, without new markets, there is no chance for success for any vehicle and/or platform in Space. Always good to share a panel with clients and friends, who are among the most promising companies to improve activity in LEO. Fabio Caramelli, Space Rider System Payload & Exploitation Manager (#ESA Space Rider) Joshua Western, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder (Space Forge) Stefan Zeller, Bid- and Account Manager (The Exploration Company Maria Terekhova, Business Development Manager (Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA) Sebastian Klaus, CEO and Co-founder (ATMOS Space Cargo) Sebastien Vincent, Discipline Lead for Physical Sciences (ESA)