Spotting political developments early, before decisions are made.
Expertise - Society
Space policy
More and more state and commercial actors are using space. We analyse what this means for security, regulation and technological sovereignty, and advise policymakers on that basis.
Space as a political arena
Satellites are the foundation of modern communication, navigation, earth observation and security. At the same time, the number of state and commercial actors in space is growing. This makes questions of security, regulation, sustainability, technological sovereignty and international cooperation ever more important.
Our Space Policy department examines the political framework and strategic consequences of this development, in Germany, in Europe and internationally.
Scientific analysis meets policy advice
We combine scientific analysis with practical policy advice. We don't look at developments in technology and industry in isolation but place them in their security, economic and innovation policy context.
Strategic infrastructure
The importance of satellites for communication, navigation and earth observation as critical infrastructure.
Space capabilities
Where Germany and Europe stand in space and which capabilities they master themselves.
NewSpace
How commercial players and new business models are changing spaceflight.
Dependencies & supply chains
Where international dependencies exist and what resilient supply chains look like.
Space security
How security in orbit can be ensured and what role space plays in security and defence.
Regulation & cooperation
Which rules sustainable use of space needs and how international cooperation can succeed.
More on space and society
Political decisions have a history and a cultural dimension. Explore our other departments.
