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SpaceWatch Global

Germany’s turn to ‘orbital realpolitik’ accelerates Europe’s space-as-defense shift

Germany's shift to 'orbital realpolitik' signals Europe's long‑delayed recognition of space as a strategic domain, catalysing a new continental defence agenda and an industrial‑led space strategy. It elevates sovereign access, defence procurement and closer state‑industry coordination as central priorities for European policymakers.

2026-03-25T03:41:04.094844-07:00
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SpaceWatch Global • Torsten Kriening

Defence Planning Knocks on the Space Industry’s Door — Is the Sector Prepared?

By SpaceWatch Global: The question is no longer whether the space sector is part of national security. The question is whether the space sector is prepared for it.

2026-03-24T03:18:36.161210-07:00
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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Lynk and SES CEOs Outline Multi‑Orbit D2D Strategy Ahead of Lynk‑Omnispace Merger

By Via Satellite: Al-Saleh joined Lynk Global CEO Ramu Potarazu for a discussion of Lynk’s planned merger with Omnispace with SES as a major strategic shareholder. The two spoke on their companies’ multi-orbit connectivity approach, modernizing production models, and scaling their technology to meet demand.

2026-03-24T19:20:52.281077-07:00