July 2018
Rediscovering UK sovereign launch capability
...’ is covered in s1(4) and covers the launching (or procurement of the launch or return to Earth) of a space object, operating a space object or any activity in outer space. ROOM magazine is cited by MP John Hayes during the British Parliament debate...
June 2019
The challenge of planetary protection
... shall bear international responsibility for national activities in outer space, including the Moon and other celestial bodies, whether..., and does not protect Earth from man-made space objects (i.e. space debris) or from the impact of large asteroids ...
October 2020
Extending human rights across the final frontier
... sites on the Moon – given the presence of numerous historically significant satellites and objects in LEO and the growing risk of collisions with other space objects, and the immense historical significance of the Apollo landing sites and artefacts...
05 September 2025
Asgardia to host inaugural ‘Galactic Prime Directive Conference’
... interstellar protocols during the two-hour programme which aims to: Clarify principles governing peaceful engagement with space objects and potential extraterrestrial intelligence Establish frameworks that ensure respectful, ethical stewardship...
March 2015
On-orbit satellite servicing, insurance and lessons of Palapa B2 and Westar 6
... or another third party before it is serviced. However, international law makes the responsibility and liability for space objects uncertain, and without such agreement in place the number of insurers willing to participate may be limited, ultimately...
September 2020
High hopes for Brazil’s space ambitions
... extract water, oxygen and inks to print spare parts, agriculture to grow food in inhospitable terrain, space object tracking, and space exploration. The identification of enablers for unlocking these opportunities is the challenge. We are committed...
