Biden Administration Eases Export Controls on Remote Sensing Spacecraft, Boosting Sales to Australia, Canada, and UK

Oct 17, 2024, 07:25 PM

The Biden administration is set to ease export controls on U.S. space companies, allowing them to ship satellite and spacecraft-related items to allies including Australia, Canada, and the UK. This move aims to bolster the U.S. space industry's competitive edge against international rivals such as China and SpaceX. The easing of restrictions will also include remote sensing spacecraft and space-based logistics assembly. Notably, this policy shift could significantly impact U.S. defense contractors, with companies like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Virgin Galactic being highlighted as key players in this evolving landscape.