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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The Emerging S2S Economy & Its Key Pillars
As of mid-2026, the global space economy has surpassed $600 billion, with commercial activities accounting for roughly 75-78% of revenues. While reusable rockets and satellite megaconstellations like Starlink have driven explosive growth, the true maturation of the sector lies ahead: shifting from a launch-dependent model to a self-sustaining space-to-space (S2S) economy. In-orbit servicing, refueling, manufacturing,
May 27, 2026 -
The Space Economy Hits $600 Billion: Commercial Momentum and the Path to a Trillion-Dollar Future
In 2025, the global space economy surpassed $600 billion for the first time, with commercial activities accounting for roughly 75-78% of the total. This milestone signals a profound shift: space is no longer primarily a domain of governments and exploration but a vibrant, data-driven marketplace powering connectivity, navigation, Earth observation, and defense. As we move
May 27, 2026 -
The Dawn of the In-Orbit Economy: From Mega-Constellations to Space-to-Space Commerce
The global space economy has officially crossed a historic threshold, surpassing $600 billion in value. This growth is fueled largely by commercial activity, which now accounts for over three-quarters of the total. As of mid-2026, with recent Starship test flights demonstrating progress toward full reusability, the industry is transitioning from Earth-to-space delivery to a true
May 26, 2026 -
Building the Space-to-Space Economy: The Next Frontier Beyond Earth Launch
In May 2026, the global space economy hovers around $600–650 billion, with commercial activities driving roughly 75–78% of value. While launch costs have plummeted thanks to reusable rockets, a critical bottleneck remains: everything still depends on frequent trips from Earth’s surface. A new paradigm is emerging—the space-to-space (S2S) economy—where satellites are serviced, refueled, assembled, and
May 25, 2026
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