Foreword: A Global Shift in Space Governance

The global space ecosystem is experiencing an unprecedented revolution, largely driven by the emergence of New Space. This term refers to the new wave of commercial space activities spearheaded by private companies, which have introduced innovative technologies, reduced costs and increased the accessibility of space. New Space has transformed the space industry, once dominated by government space agencies and traditional aerospace companies such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Arianespace, into a competitive market where private entities play a central role. New Space began in the United States (U.S.), where companies including SpaceX, Blue Origin and others pioneered advancements in space launch technologies, satellite communications and human space flight…