Space • Table.Briefings

March 25th, 2026

Satellite technology: Why China is investing in African space programs

In its new Five-Year Plan, China has clearly stated its ambition to become a leader in the space industry. The African continent plays a key role in this endeavor.

By David Renke

Feature | Space

March 24th, 2026

Satellite technology: Why China is investing in African space programs

China’s ambitions extend beyond Earth into space, and Africa is an important partner in that effort. It is clear that China is also pursuing a deliberate strategy in the space sector.

By David Renke

News | Space

March 12th, 2026

Space: Detecting dangers to satellites more quickly

If spacecraft are on a collision course, swift action is required. This means that their trajectories must be tracked precisely. New systems can also detect targeted approaches. One such system has been developed by Munich-based start-up Vyoma.

By Ralf Nestler

News | Space

February 23rd, 2026

Head of the German Armed Forces Space Command Maj. Gen. Michael Traut aims to “significantly promote” microlauncher ecosystem

The bottleneck in the German Armed Forces’ space plans remains launch capacity. The head of the German Armed Forces Space Command does not yet consider US capabilities dispensable.

By Wilhelmine Stenglin

Der Astronaut Ulrich Walter nimmt beim Raumfahrtkonzern OHB am «MoonTalk» zur Gründung der «European Moonport Company» zur Entwicklung von Hochtechnologien für den Mond teil.

Opinion | Space

February 19th, 2026

Security in space: The race for resilient satellites

Spacecraft in geostationary orbit are vulnerable to espionage and, ultimately, to destruction. Low Earth orbit offers greater resilience. However, deploying large-scale systems there requires substantial funding, time and close international coordination – creating a strategic dilemma.

By Ulrich Walter

News

February 14th, 2026

Space: The moon becomes the new front line of security policy

The BDI’s Space Night at the Munich Security Conference made one point clear: the Moon has become a litmus test of German technological leadership.

By Torsten Kriening

News | Space security

February 14th, 2026

Head of German Space Command: Transatlantic cooperation in space is intensifying

The head of the German Armed Forces Space Command says military cooperation with the US remains unchanged. At the same time, he is calling for greater strategic sovereignty.

By Wilhelmine Stenglin

News | Space

February 13th, 2026

European sovereignty in space: Ariane 6 brought into play for the Bundeswehr

The successful launch of the new Ariane 6 rocket is an important step for the Franco–German ArianeGroup. Follow-up orders are also likely to depend on the German Armed Forces.

By Wilhelmine Stenglin

News | Space

February 10th, 2026

Merics study: China accelerates satellite expansion

China is investing heavily in its own satellite-based internet, which combines military and civilian purposes. This development could permanently change global communication markets and the military balance of power.

By Amelie Richter

News | Space

February 2nd, 2026

Space security: German research and defense ministries plan personnel exchange

The German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space is seeking closer cooperation with the Ministry of Defense. Going forward, officials from both ministries will be seconded to the other in order to strengthen coordination on space security.

By Wilhelmine Stenglin