Orbital Assets: Investing in Satellites, Data, and Space Infrastructure

Reactive PublishingThe space economy is no longer science fiction, it is one of the fastest-growing investment frontiers of the 21st century. From satellite constellations delivering global broadband to orbital data centers, space-based solar power, and critical infrastructure supporting Earth observation, defense, and climate monitoring, the commercialization of space is creating unprecedented opportunities for investors.This book provides a clear, rigorous framework for understanding and evaluating investments in satellites, space data, and orbital infrastructure. Hayden Van Der Post delivers a comprehensive guide that bridges aerospace engineering fundamentals with investment strategy, risk assessment, and market dynamics.What You'll Discover: - The evolving architecture of the space economy and its key growth drivers- How to analyze satellite operators, launch providers, data platforms, and ground infrastructure companies- Valuation methods specific to space assets, including spectrum rights, orbital slots, and recurring data revenue models- Risk factors unique to the sector-technical, regulatory, geopolitical, and capital-intensive challenges- Emerging opportunities in space infrastructure, Earth observation, and next-generation connectivity- Portfolio construction approaches for both institutional and sophisticated individual investors seeking exposure to the space economyWritten for investors, finance professionals, and industry observers who want a serious, non-hype analysis, Orbital Assets cuts through the marketing narratives to deliver practical insights grounded in real market developments and technical realities.Whether you are allocating capital to established space leaders, evaluating early-stage players, or simply seeking to understand how orbital infrastructure will reshape industries on Earth, this book equips you with the knowledge required to navigate this complex and high-potential sector.

Pages: 430, Paperback, Independently published