The Space Economy Institute is the world’s leading knowledge centre in the space economy sector. It offers an integrated set of services related to training, consulting, research, information and events, aimed at helping the humankind to seize the opportunities related to the space economy.
The space economy is a term indicating the production and financial sector oriented to the creation and use of goods and services and the exploitation of resources within the extra-atmospheric space.
The upstream segment foresees the creation of space infrastructures, satellites, carriers, space stations up to future bases located on the moon or on rocky planets of the solar system.
The downstream segment relates to the benefits that derive from the data collected in space and, in the future, from the physical resources taken to be transformed and used on Earth
Master in Space Economy
The Master in Space Economy by the Space Economy Institute is an exclusive training program aimed at giving participants the opportunity to sharpen their skills and competencies to know, identify and seize the business opportunities related to space.
“I found the Master in Space Economy interesting, challenging, and rewarding. I learnt a lot by following the programme and the study Space Economy Institute set out.”
“We thought a lot before choosing the Space Economy Institute because we wanted to sure our investment would yield results. They are absolutely an invaluable partner.”
“Studying at the Space Economy Institute has been a truly invaluable learning experience for me. I feel that over the duration of the course I gained a lot of knowledge and practical strategies that will be beneficial to me, and those I deal with personally and professionally. The course exceeded my expectations significantly”.
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FAA Commercial Space Licensing Reform: How Faster Launch Approvals Could Reshape the Space Economy
Regulation Becomes a Space Economy Battleground The space economy is moving faster than the rules built to govern it. On July 28, 2026, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration announced a new proposal to streamline commercial space licensing for rocket launches, spacecraft reentries, and launch site operations. As of July 30, the proposal has become one
July 30, 2026 -
China’s Commercial Space Boom: Why 600 Space Companies Are Changing the Global Space Economy
A New Commercial Space Power Rises China’s commercial space sector is no longer a small experimental branch of its national space program. As of July 29, 2026, new analysis shows that China’s space ecosystem has expanded from only a few dozen companies after private investment was opened in 2014 to around 600 companies active in
July 29, 2026 -
Rocket Lab’s $266M Space Force Contract: Defense Demand Reshapes the Launch Economy
Defense Becomes a Launch Market Driver The commercial launch market is no longer driven only by satellite deployment, science missions, and broadband constellations. On July 27, 2026, Rocket Lab announced its largest launch contract to date: a $266 million multi-launch agreement with the U.S. Space Force for suborbital missions supporting missile defense testing. The deal
July 28, 2026 -
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales: Europe’s €6.5 Billion Bet on Space Sovereignty
Europe’s Space Industry Moves Toward Consolidation Europe’s space economy is entering a decisive consolidation phase. The proposed alliance between Airbus, Leonardo and Thales, known as Project Bromo, would combine major European satellite and space systems activities into a new jointly controlled company. The future entity is expected to employ around 25,000 people, generate approximately €6.5
July 27, 2026
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