Sovereignty in space

04 September 2026 | Research

Alexander Clark

Framework report | PPTX and PDF | Defence and Sovereign Space


"Space vendors can no longer rely on a single market strategy. Approaches to sovereignty vary by capability and country, so vendors need specific strategies for different countries, agencies and service types."

Image of the Earth from space

This report provides space vendors, and the investors backing them, with a definition of sovereignty and a framework for assessing how sovereignty is taking shape across each space application. By mapping the four approaches that governments are taking towards sovereignty, the report helps vendors to anticipate where market access is opening or closing, and to adapt their strategies accordingly. 

Questions answered in this report

  • What is the definition of sovereignty in space and how are governments approaching it?
  • What is driving the trend towards sovereignty?
  • How are the approaches to sovereignty affecting vendors?
  • How is sovereignty manifesting across different space applications?
  • What are the key examples of sovereignty across the different space applications?

Who should read this report

  • Investors who want to understand sovereignty in space and its implications
  • Strategic decision-makers across the space value chain
  • Market analysts looking to identify opportunities in space

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Author

Alexander Clark

Senior Analyst