As the space economy evolves, emerging technologies will play a critical role in shaping future markets, capabilities, and cross-sector opportunities. Through its Space Technology Foresight initiative, the Centre for Space Futures is identifying the technologies most likely to influence space exploration and the space economy by 2035.

These factsheets provide a quick snapshot of five priority technology areas, informed by expert consultations, community feedback, and Advisory Committee guidance. Each factsheet highlights emerging opportunities, market potential, key challenges, and cross-sector applications to support policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and investors in understanding where future value may emerge.

FACTSHEETS
JUNE 2026