What to Expect in 2026
2025 was a transformative year for the global space industry. 2026 will be the year in which many long-term plans (hopefully) take first flight.
Space Forge Ignites Plasma in Space
On the last day of the year, the in-space manufacturing startup said it successfully generated plasma aboard its ForgeStar-1 craft in LEO. The manufacturing furnace aboard the sat reached temperatures north of 1,000°C, which is essential for the orbital semiconductor manufacturing that the company is hoping to achieve.
Top 5 of 2025: Out of Stealth
The space industry is growing and growing—and today we’re looking at some of the companies that threw their hat in the ring in 2025.
Top 5 of 2025: Policy
The year in space policy ended with a bang, with the confirmation of NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.
Top 5 of 2025: Europe
This year, Europe took major steps to break out on its own in space, including investing in sovereign tech, forging new relationships, and gaining an appreciation for dual-use hardware.
Top 5 of 2025: Civil Space
Between budget cuts, staff reductions, and leadership changes, it’s been a chaotic and unpredictable year for the space agency.
Build Your Space Policy To-Read List
If you’re looking forward to the holidays to cozy up with a good book, we’ve got you covered.
The Policy Questions Facing a Lunar Economy
Once engineers solve the technical problems that stand in the way of a thriving lunar economy, it’s up to policymakers to set industry up for success on the Moon’s surface.
