The Journal of Space Commerce

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Yusaku Maezawa Invests $23 Million in Astroscale

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Tom Patton
Mar 08, 2023
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The first private Japanese citizen to visit the International Space Station (ISS), Yusaku Maezawa, has made a $23 million investment in Astroscale.

“As someone who has visited space, I understand the immense dangers posed by debris in orbit.” Maezawa.

Yusaku Maezawa

“Mr. Maezawa’s investment is a testament to the importance of space sustainability, and we …

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