The Journal of Space Commerce

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The Rise of the Space Factory

How Automation Is Revolutionizing Satellite Production

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Mike Turner
Aug 27, 2025
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The global satellite manufacturing industry stands at a critical investment inflection point, transforming from artisanal spacecraft construction to automated mass production systems that promise significant returns for well-positioned capital allocators. What was once a bespoke process dominated by defense contractors building individual custom satelli…

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