Space Cafe Radio – with Nathan O’Konek

In this episode of our Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening has an engaging conversation with Nathan O’Konek , General …

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Legal Insights for the New Space Era: Nathan O’Konek on NSG’s Role

*Torsten Kriening and Nathan O’Konek during the Space Cafe Radio recording*

In this episode of our Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening has an engaging conversation with Nathan O’Konek , General Counsel of NSG – Neo Space Group. Nathan shares his fascinating journey from a childhood fascination with space to his prominent role in the space industry. We dive deep into the complex landscape of space law, regulatory challenges, and the tension between commercial and regulatory impulses. Nathan also discusses his work in Saudi Arabia, the advancements under Vision 2030, and the promising future of the NSG.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the interplay of law, policy, and innovation in the space sector. Tune in to explore the intricacies of navigating legal and regulatory frameworks in the rapidly evolving world of space exploration.

This episode is supported by NSG.

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Torsten Kriening

Torsten Kriening is Publisher and CEO of SpaceWatch.Global. He covers European space at the intersection of geopolitics, defence, procurement, and industrial policy - where ambition meets execution. He reports live from the conferences and councils where space policy is shaped and publishes The Kriening Brief every Wednesday: three observations on European space, no diplomatic padding. His career spans 30 years across satellite communications, broadcast technology, and IT. He is an alumnus of the International Space University (EMBA12).