Space Foundation Press Releases
Space Foundation to Convene Top Intelligence and Defense Leaders at Faga Forum on Securing US Space Superiority
Classified TS/SCI-level forum returns Nov. 18 Held at The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, Virginia Focuses on collaboration to deter threats and defend vital space infrastructure COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 19, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, will host Faga Forum on Space Intelligence, a…
Statement on the Passing of Capt. James Lovell Jr., USN (Ret.), NASA Astronaut
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 8. 2025 — Heather Pringle, CEO of Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, issued the following statement today on the passing of legendary NASA Apollo astronaut, Jim Lovell. “Jim Lovell’s life and leadership are an example of how persistence, skill, and teamwork…
Space Foundation Now Accepting Applications for International Teacher Liaison Program
Application deadline: Oct. 31, 2025 Program community currently more than 400 educators from 25 countries Selectees will take part in the Space Symposium in April 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 5, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, is now accepting applications for its International Teacher…
The Space Report 2025 Q2 Highlights Record $613 Billion Global Space Economy for 2024, Driven by Strong Commercial Sector Growth
The global space economy hit a record $613 billion in 2024. Commercial sector constituted 78% of total growth. Space launch industry saw its busiest first half of the year, with 149 launches. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — July 22, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, released…
Space Foundation Now Accepting Nominations for Space Technology Hall of Fame 2026 Induction Class
Honoring technologies that deliver real-world benefits from space Nominations accepted through Aug. 31, 2025 Inductees to be honored at Space Symposium, April 13–16, 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — June 4, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, today announced nominations are open for the 2026 class of…
Space Foundation, Space Workforce for Tomorrow, and International Space University Sign MOU to Advance U.S. Space Workforce Development
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — April 24, 2025 — Space Foundation, through its strategic initiative Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT)—a collaboration with The Aerospace Corporation supported by over 30 leading space organizations—has entered an agreement with International Space University (ISU). Formalized at the 40th Space Symposium on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the memorandum of understanding (MOU) aims…
Space Foundation Announces BEI Technologies and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory as 2025 Space Technology Hall of Fame Inductees
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Feb. 25, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, today announced that two leading-edge technologies developed for space will be inducted into the 2025 Space Technology Hall of Fame®. The induction ceremony will occur during the annual Space Symposium, to be held April…
Space Foundation Names SpaceX Starship Mission Team as 2025 Space Achievement Award Recipient
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Feb. 11, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 as a gateway to unite the global space community, today announced that it has selected SpaceX as the recipient of the 2025 Space Achievement Award. Starship, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built, is designed for full and rapid…
Voyager Technologies Ushers in a New Era of Innovation and Leadership in Defense and Space
DENVER, Colo. — Jan. 16, 2025 — Voyager Space today announced its evolution to Voyager Technologies, Inc. (Voyager), this formalizes the company’s position as a trusted leader in national security and space innovation. This strategic shift highlights Voyager’s capabilities and position across broad technology markets and underscores our commitment to delivering mission-critical solutions that address the…
Space Foundation Announces International Teacher Liaisons for 2025
Flight 25 includes 17 teachers from U.S. states and 15 international educators Program globally promotes space-related STEM education in schools Selectees will take part in Space Symposium in April COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Feb. 6, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 as a gateway to unite the global space community, today…