In this episode of Commercial Space Transformers SpaceNews Senior Staff Writer Jason Rainbow speaks with Pawel Skonieczka, Director – TMT Investment Banking, Deutsche Bank.
The conversation focuses on the future of the space economy and the roles of various sectors in driving its growth. They discuss forecasts, including the suggested $1 trillion space economy by 2040 and highlight the significant potential in areas such as direct-to-device connectivity, broadband, and Earth observation.
Skonieczka emphasizes the importance of regulatory frameworks, such as spectrum allocation and debris mitigation, in enabling growth. He also notes advancements in satellite technology, such as laser optical links, as pivotal for future innovations.
Deutsche Bank’s involvement in financing and advising companies like SES and AST SpaceMobile is explored, underscoring the bank’s role in supporting both established and emerging players in the space sector. Overall, the discussion highlights opportunities and challenges shaping the rapidly evolving industry.
The SpaceNews Commercial Space Transformers video series gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the people and companies driving the space industry’s commercial transformation. The weekly series features 15-minute down-to-Earth interviews with key players in space, ranging from the executives at the helm of some of the market’s biggest disruptors to the bankers and investors helping to finance their journey. Join SpaceNews Senior Staff Writer Jason Rainbow as he embarks on a mission to learn where the fast-evolving space industry is heading next.
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