Torsten Kriening

In this engaging discussion, Torsten Kriening, CEO of SpaceWatch.global and host of the Space Cafe podcast, shares insights on Germany's newfound commitment to space defense. He sheds light on Germany's historic €35 billion strategy to develop offensive and defensive capabilities in orbit. Kriening explores geopolitical factors driving this shift, including tensions with Russia, and discusses the urgency behind preparing for a potential conflict by 2029. He also covers European cooperation and ESA's evolving role in defense.

Antje Nötzold, a senior researcher focused on military space policy, and Torsten Kriening, CEO of SpaceWatch.Global, dive into Germany's staggering €35 billion military investment in space. They discuss the strategic implications of this funding, especially in response to global threats from nations like China and Russia. The guests explore how Germany's defense posture is evolving, the specific space threats faced, and the potential benefits for the German industry. This significant shift highlights a renewed focus on capabilities and collaborative efforts in the space domain.

Torsten Kriening, a space industry analyst from SpaceWatch.Global, shares insights from World Space Business Week. He discusses Northrop Grumman's successful docking demo with Starlab and the innovative lunar power partnership between Honda and Astrobotic. Also highlighted is the focus on defense spending outpacing commercial investments in space, and the crucial role of international partnerships in the industry. Kriening emphasizes the need for collaboration, especially in addressing security challenges like jamming and signal disruptions.