Bloomberg Businessweek ICYMI: Axiom Space CEO Tejpaul Bhatia on the "Space Economy"
Jun 16, 2025
Tejpaul Bhatia, CEO of Axiom Space and a key player in the burgeoning private space industry, shares insights on the expanding space economy. He discusses the influence of private space ventures on international diplomacy and the need for collaboration in the new space race. Bhatia also highlights the challenges of human spaceflight, including mission delays and aging infrastructure, and delves into Axiom's vital role as the International Space Station faces potential early decommissioning.
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ISS as Ultimate Global Collaboration
- The International Space Station (ISS) exemplifies global collaboration despite geopolitical crises on Earth.
- Space cooperation transcends terrestrial tensions, showcasing humanity's united efforts in space exploration.
Private Sector Boosts Space Diplomacy
- Axiom Space demonstrates how private companies can advance U.S. diplomatic and economic interests internationally.
- Startups play central roles in global space collaborations, bridging nations beyond government efforts.
Space Exploration Requires Cooperation
- Achieving multi-planetary presence is a collective effort; no single nation or company can do it alone.
- Global cooperation is essential for humanity's future off Earth, contrasting with competitive space race narratives.