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What are “dark matter” and “dark energy”? These mysterious entities make up the vast majority of our Universe. If we unlock their nature, we will move closer to understanding why the Universe continues to expand.
Reliable global connectivity is impossible without satellite technologies. Mega-constellations already deliver internet access to governments, military users, and remote communities. While two players dominate the market, other promising challengers are emerging. What do they bring to the table?
In 2026, the European Space Agency enters the year with a €22.07 billion budget. Europe is rethinking the sovereign future of its space sector, having approved a record level of funding for ESA. We analyse the agency’s key spending areas and projects for the next three years.
In the second part of the series, we highlight the most significant events of 2026 in the global space sector, covering the United States, China, India, Japan, and other countries.
What will 2026 in space look like for Europe? Rocket tests, launches of new scientific spacecraft, further development of Earth observation programmes, and the first long-duration flight of an ESA astronaut to the ISS. We have put together an overview of the key space events to expect in 2026.
As the space race between the US and China intensifies, Europe experiences a renaissance, new players enter the market, and preparations to return humans to the Moon accelerate — we look back at the key developments of the space year 2025.
Interstellar travel requires overcoming vast distances and time. Current technologies do not allow humans to reach distant regions of the Universe. However, in theory, certain physical paradoxes could enable much faster journeys. This is a guide to travel between the stars.
The extraction of resources in space appears highly attractive. Gold, silver, platinum, and other metals offer economic and industrial value. However, humanity has not yet come close to the practical realization of space mining.
In 2025, the European Space Agency (ESA) celebrates its 50th anniversary. This organisation is the one that has shaped what Europe’s space infrastructure looks like today. To mark the occasion, we look back at ESA’s most significant achievements and explore what lies ahead.