From moonshots to markets: The $1.8 trillion space economy

From NASA’s moon landing in 1969 to today, the space sector has evolved into an industry poised to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035 and reshape our world.

NASA’s experience shows that for organizations pursuing bold ambitions, success depends not just on technical excellence, but on building operating models that balance speed, reliability, and collaboration.

To capture the space economy’s opportunities, organizations will also need to scale both core capabilities and broader applications across industries. Explore the latest insights to understand the shifts required to make ambitious moves in the evolving space sector.

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