May 2017
Will international space law struggle to remain relevant?
... towards military objectives. The prospects for the future use of outer space offer both tremendous opportunities and challenges The relationship between space activities and military conduct had always existed in practical terms, irrespective of the...
November 2017
Reusable air-launch and the space access paradigm
... from LEO and enable exploration of the Moon and beyond, stimulating both the growth and evolution of space activities that would ultimately provide significant benefits to all mankind, such as solar power satellites to provide the global...
March 2018
Enabling private sector success in space - SGAC perspective
... as the technology advances Economic stability is a key factor for the success of private stakeholders in space activities. Overall, the future demands a robust space economy that can flourish and grow as technology advances and the field continues...
August 2018
Flouting the rules on satellite registrations
...between four months and one year. In addition, according to ‘Critical issues related to registration of space objects and transparency of space activities’ (a recent paper by Jakhu, Jasani and McDowell) about 140 satellites have been registered after...
July 2020
Pandemic in space – are we ready?
... are responsible for ensuring that private and non-governmental entities conduct space activities in accordance with space law. Thus, Article IX of the Outer Space Treaty contains various obligations that may be relevant for spacefaring States, and...
October 2020
Connecting the global space community
... global challenges we are facing, and my term of office allows me the opportunity to help shape the future of global space activities. Taking over the presidency of the IAF, it was my firm intention and my obligation - together with the experienced...
