https://spacewatch.global/tag/space-nuggets/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:23:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/tag/space-nuggets/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2025/09/space-nuggets-36-2025/ Sat, 06 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=67537 Welcome to this week's Space Cafe Nugget! Join Torsten Kriening, publisher of SpaceWatch.Global, as he takes you on a personal journey celebrating the 10th anniversary of SpaceWatch.Global. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/05/space-nuggets-21-2025/ Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=65482 Join us this week as we dive into the heart of one of the most important annual events in the geospatial intelligence world — GEOINT 2025, held in St. Louis from May 18–21. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/03/space-nuggets-11-2025/ Sat, 15 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64445 This week, we’re talking about HERA’s epic Mars flyby and the stunning Deimos images. Dive into our archives and check out our Space Café Podcast with Markus Mooslechner to learn more about this groundbreaking mission!]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/03/space-nuggets-10-2025/ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64330 Military build-up, corporate land grabs, rising tensions—can the Outer Space Treaty survive? Torsten Kriening breaks down key takeaways from the Chatham House 2025 Space Security Conference and why this 1967 treaty is on the line.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/03/space-nuggets-09-2025/ Sat, 01 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64240 Join Torsten Kriening on its stop over at the Istanbul Airport for the highlights of the 17th Global Space Technology Convention Exhibition (GSTCE) 2025 in Singapore.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/02/space-nuggets-08-2025/ Sun, 23 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64108 The Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2025 has revealed a world at a geopolitical crossroads. From transatlantic tensions and shifting alliances to the growing role of space security, this year’s discussions painted a picture of an uncertain global order.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/02/space-nuggets-06-2025/ Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64009 This week’s Space Nugget breaks down key takeaways from the Handelsblatt Conference on Defense and Security. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/02/space-nuggets-05-2025/ Sun, 02 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63692 This week’s Space Nugget unpacks the hard truths from the 17th European Space Conference. With ESA’s Dr. Aschbacher calling for more funding and collaboration, is Europe finally stepping up—or falling dangerously behind global space powers?]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/01/space-nuggets-04-2025/ Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63587 This week’s Space Nugget unpacks the seismic shifts in U.S. space policy as Donald Trump begins his second term. With Elon Musk urging the nation to abandon the Moon and fast-track a mission to Mars, could the Artemis program be at risk?]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/01/space-nuggets-03-2025/ Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63562 This week’s Space Nugget explores a historic moment in lunar exploration: two competing commercial lunar landers—Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost and ispace’s Resilience—launched aboard the same Falcon 9 rocket.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/01/space-nuggets-01-2025/ Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63371 Our first Space Nugget of the year kicks off with a deep dive into ESA’s annual press conference, where DG Josef Aschbacher reviewed 2024 milestones and set ambitious goals for 2025. From Ariane-6 and Vega-C launches to Earth Observation investments, Dr. Emma Gatti examines ESA’s strategic focus—and the glaring absence of a clear defense strategy in an increasingly militarized space race.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/12/space-nuggets-52-2024/ Fri, 27 Dec 2024 14:28:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63184 Join us for the final 2024 episode of SpaceWatch.Global as Torsten Kriening reviews the highlights and challenges of the global space sector. This comprehensive recap covers new content initiatives, major industry events, advancements in the European space industry, geopolitical dynamics influencing space exploration, space traffic management concerns, technological innovations, and military space operations.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/12/space-nuggets-51-2024/ Sat, 21 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=63041 This week’s Space Nugget unpacks the European Commission’s IRIS² program and its implications for Europe’s autonomy and satellite security. Dr. Emma Gatti delves into the unanswered questions surrounding the €10.6B project, its commercial goals, and what taxpayers stand to gain.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/12/space-nuggets-50-2024/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=62939 This week’s Space Nugget examines Asia's growing role in the lunar economy. South Korea's Boryung invests $10M in Intuitive Machines, exploring infrastructure for life sciences on the Moon, while Japan’s ispace partners with Magna Petra on Helium-3 mining]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/11/space-nuggets-47-2024/ Sun, 24 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=62443 This week’s Space Nugget explores ESA’s Boost! programme and its impact on Europe’s space race. Dr. Emma Gatti reviews how the four winning companies—HyImpulse, Isar Aerospace, Orbex, and Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) are reshaping satellite launches with hybrid propulsion, carbon-efficient rockets, and 3D-printed engines. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/11/space-nuggets-45-2024/ Sat, 09 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=62187 In this week’s Space Nugget, we explore the upcoming COP 29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, and how space technologies might play a transformative role in the green energy transition. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/11/space-nuggets-44-2024/ Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=62191 In this week’s Space Nugget, we’re diving into the geopolitical implications of the recent BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, and its impact on the space industry. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/06/space-nuggets-25-2024-sustainable-lunar-activities-cooperation-or-competition/ Sun, 23 Jun 2024 16:00:33 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=55797 UN Moon Conference 2024: Game-Changing Lunar Plans Revealed! BREAKING: First-ever UN conference on sustainable lunar activities just happened! Discover how this will affect future Moon missions, space resources, and YOU! Hot topics: - ATLAC: The new initiative shaping lunar safety, - South Pole landing drama: Who gets the prime real estate?, - Space traffic control: Avoiding lunar fender benders, - Moon water: To share or not to share?, - Science vs. Profit: The lunar gold rush debate. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/03/space-nuggets-13-2024-is-mars-out-of-fashion/ Sun, 31 Mar 2024 16:00:59 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=54419 Following massive budget cuts by the US Senate these last few weeks, it is evident that all Mars missions are affected. Emma Gatti talks about the reasons behind Mars missions taking a backseat, ESA's role in mission collaboration, and the future of these projects.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/03/space-nuggets-12-2024-funding-game-space-edition/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 17:00:48 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=54318 We cover the groundbreaking development of Alpine Space Ventures, securing an investment of 10 Million Euros this week. Torsten Kriening details how the NATO Innovation Fund is developing and what key focus areas they are investing in. Watch our video to understand more about the fund and the opportunities for space.]]>