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【I want to make something where you can take good from space and to deliver it on Earth】An Interview with YURI, a Space Biotech Company from Europe
As movements toward the utilization of the ISS and the construction of commercial space stations become more full-scale, initiatives to utilize space are expanding.We interviewed Mr. Stefan Lübcke, Managing Director Yuri LUX GmbH.
【Year in Review 2025-2026】Over 100 Space Business Companies Reflect on 2025 Topics and 2026 Outlook
In 2025, we compiled responses from over 100 space-related companies operating in Japan for our annual "Year in Review" survey! This article also includes market forecasts from each company for 2026.
Interview with Enrico Palermo, Head of the Australian Space Agency: A Journey from the Private Sector to Shaping Australia’s Space Future
We interviewed Australian Space Agency Head Enrico Palermo. He explained the relationship between Japan and Australia by comparing it to the World Cup.
“Digital Twin technology: Definition, Differences from Simulation, Challenges Addressed, Examples from Companies, Countries, and Cities, and Notable Data”
Recently, you may have been hearing about "Digital Twins" in various places. In this article, we will give an introduction to what Digital Twins are, how they differ from simulations, the challenges they address, examples from companies, countries, and cities, and highlight some noteworthy data. Stay tuned to learn how Digital Twins are influencing your business and daily life!
Specifications and Outlook for Axelspace’s Next-Generation Earth-Observation Microsatellite “GRUS-3”：Seven additional satellites scheduled for launch in 2026
Axelspace has announced that it will launch seven of its next-generation Earth observation satellites, "GRUS-3," in 2026. We have summarized the satellite's specifications,expected use cases, and Axelspace's outlook.
Summary of Government Support Programs and Budget Allocations for the Space Industry in Japan: Space Strategic Fund, SBIR, Stardust Program, and K Program
We have summarized the objectives and overall picture of the space technology development support that the Japanese government is actively promoting, the status of support by category, and points to watch going forward.
The Shift to a Five Axelspace GRUS Satellite System. The roadmap to achieving profits of $100 million.
Axelspace released their plans to launch four GRUS small satellites. The company shared its revenue goals at the unveiling of its satellites. Along with a summary of the event, we here at the SORABATAKE editorial department would like to share an estimation of how many satellite images they will need to sell to achieve their goals.
What lies beyond Interstellar Technologies new small rocket, MOMO?
The challenge of Interstellar Technologies Inc. continues. Let us think once again about small rockets and the space industry.
The Start of Moon Age
First humans landed on the moon in July 16, 1969. But we have been hearing lot of experiments and development projects recently than before. why is it so?