More rockets were launched into space in 2021 than any year before, taking with them hundreds of satellites as well as the odd first-time astronaut.

The Australian Space Industry (yes, we have one) is taking off, providing untold opportunities. Suddenly everyone wants to get to space. While the focus is often on commercialising space tourism, governments and private companies want their own fleets of satellites in orbit, and the reduction in costs are contributing to this reality.

As this new frontier becomes increasingly crowded, questions need to be answered about space governance, traffic, sovereignty and even managing the precious resources on the Moon and Mars. Our expert panel questions how we will navigate this brave new world without Captain Kirk.

Space Race 2.0 is presented with QUT