1,800 Global Leaders Converge in Paris for the Most Powerful Week in Space
Paris will host the most powerful week in space from September 15–19, 2025, bringing together over 1,800 global leaders at WSBW, SDSS, and SPIN. The three flagship events unite defense officials, policymakers, executives, and innovators to shape the future of the global space domain.
Direct-to-Device: How Satellite Connectivity Is Transforming Global Connectivity
Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) technology is transforming global connectivity by allowing smartphones and IoT devices to connect directly to satellites, bypassing traditional networks. This breakthrough promises to bridge long-standing coverage gaps, support emergency and remote communications, and unlock new market opportunities projected to surpass $10 billion by 2033.
A Time of Shift: Pivoting Space into a Warfighting Domain
Space is no longer just a support function in defense—it is now a fully contested warfighting domain. With rising budgets, shifting doctrines, and growing strategic urgency, nations are redefining how space fits into their military power and operational sovereignty.
Defense Satellites to redefine Global Earth Observation Strategy
The 18th edition of Novaspace’s Earth Observation Satellite Systems report, finds 5,770 EO satellites set to launch by 2034 as national defense priorities shape space strategy. As geopolitical instability drives interest in sovereign EO assets, defense and civil satellites are positioned to overtake commercial deployments .
A New Dawn for Satellite Ground Stations
NewSpace is reshaping the satellite ground segment, driving demand for more flexible, scalable, and cloud-enabled solutions like Ground-Segment-as-a-Service (GSaaS). As constellations grow and new players enter the market, the ground infrastructure must evolve to keep pace.
[Report] Governments in Space: A Universe of Opportunities
The space sector is entering a transformative new era—Space 4.0—defined by innovation, global collaboration, and strategic competition. Co-authored by Novaspace and BCG, this report explores the pivotal role governments can play in shaping the future of space, from enabling sustainable growth to unlocking socioeconomic and geopolitical value.
The Starlink effect: NGSO services to dominate maritime satellite communications market
Novaspace, the leading space consulting and market intelligence firm, has released the 13th edition of its Prospects for Maritime Satellite Communications report, assessing the key trends and developments impacting this rapidly growing market.
Novaspace’s latest White Paper provides roadmap to facilitate commercialization of space in Canada
Novaspace’s latest white paper in partnership with Space Canada, “Enabling Commercialization of Space in Canada”, finds substantial opportunity to maximize Canada’s space commercialization potential with the right government support.
NASA 2026 Budget Proposal: The Impact on the Prospects for Space Exploration
The White House’s 2026 budget proposal includes major cuts to NASA, threatening the future of the Artemis program and its key components—SLS, Orion, and the Lunar Gateway. As predicted by Novaspace, these cuts could delay U.S. lunar ambitions and alter global space cooperation dynamics.
Starlink Outpaces Launches: SpaceX Enters New Era of Profitability
SpaceX generated an estimated $11.8 billion in revenue in 2024, with Starlink surpassing its launch business for the first time—a milestone marking SpaceX’s evolution from a launch provider to a diversified operator. Novaspace’s SpaceX Business Outlook explores this strategic realignment, offering the most in-depth financial and operational analysis of the company to date.