Within the SpaceResources.lu initiative, the country's overall framework, including but not limited to the legal regime, supports any space companies as well as bolstering global security and stimulating emerging sectors such as robotics and artificial intelligence.
Name in original language
SpaceResources.lu
Initiative overview
Luxembourg provides a unique legal, regulatory and business environment enabling private investors and companies to explore and use space resources. Luxembourg is already home to a significant space industry that generates jobs and supports the broader economy. Having created legal, research and financial initiatives for the establishment of satellite, telecommunications and earth observation businesses in the Grand Duchy, Luxembourg aims to be at the forefront of the next stage of development.The initiative has the following objectives:To ensure that space resources explored under its jurisdiction serve a peaceful purpose, are gathered and used in a sustainable manner compatible with international law and for the benefit of humankind.To support advanced research activities and technological capabilities, drawing on the country's existing expertise in the space sector and its ongoing strategy of economic diversification into future-oriented high-tech industries.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Ministry of the Economy
