EU Space Policy

Space technology company Open Cosmos took part in the first Vaduz Space Dialogue, a new forum focused on shaping a federated European Union approach to space-based connectivity. The gathering brings together industry and policy figures to discuss how EU member states can coordinate satellite communications infrastructure, a growing priority as Europe seeks greater strategic autonomy in space.

Recent developments in UK and European space policy and industrial strategy have drawn attention. The coverage examines how the UK and EU are shaping regulation, funding and industrial planning for their space sectors. No specific measures or decisions are detailed in the available reporting, so the exact nature of the changes remains unclear.

The European Union held its second Access to Space conference, focused on turning European space policy into practical launch capability. Organised under the EU Space framework, the event brought together policymakers and industry to discuss how Europe can strengthen independent access to orbit. Coverage so far has come mainly from EU space-sector outlets, with details of concrete outcomes not yet widely reported.

The European Union is broadening its response to threats in space, aiming to shield member states from growing risks to satellites and space-based infrastructure that underpin communications, navigation and security. The move reflects rising concern over hostile activity and debris in orbit, and comes as space becomes an increasingly strategic domain for European defence and resilience planning.