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Torsten Kriening
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Publisher of SpaceWatch.Global
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Can we power the Moon responsibly — and connect it sustainably? 🌕⚡📡

Space Exploration – Moon and Beyond” with NASA, JAXA, IISL & UNIDIR at the Space Sustainability Forum 2025.

@tkriening.bsky.social will talk nuclear power, planetary internet & the politics of deep space with his guests
October 6, 2025 at 9:17 AM
🇩🇪 35 & 35bn.
Germany marks 35 years of reunification — and announces €35 billion for space defense by 2030.

From the fall of the Wall to a Zeitenwende in orbit, the narrative shifts from exploration to deterrence.

Are we ready for a militarized German space policy?

youtu.be/LJ3WBn4p7bw?...
Space Nuggets – 40/2025 – 35 & 35bn: Germany’s Zeitenwende in Space Defense 🚀🇩🇪
YouTube video by SpaceWatch.Global TV
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October 6, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Breaking news from the German Space Congress!

Germany gets ready for conflicts in space. Up to 35Bn Euro will be allocated by 2030 for space defense projects. More details to follow.
September 25, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Nuclear in space is legal. Nuclear weapons are not.
So—what are the risks?
What happens at end-of-life?
And why should Europe care?

In my new @spacewatch.bsky.social piece, I unpack the tech, the law, and the politics

spacewatch.global/2025/08/spac...

#SpacePolicy #Artemis #NuclearPower
August 13, 2025 at 5:53 AM
EU Space Forum 2025 - by Forum Europe

Let the event begin. It can’t be more timely to talk about Europe in Space, European Space Programs and the EU Space Act in the heart of the EU power, in the head of Brussels.

Stay tuned for reports and feedback from here.
July 2, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Reposted by Torsten Kriening
Explore the #EUSpaceAct with these senior decision-makers at #EUSpaceForum ⤵️

@grudlerch.bsky.social (@europarl.europa.eu)
‣ Dinka Dinkova (@ec.europa.eu)
‣ Isabelle Mauro (GSOA)
‣ Yohann Bénard (Amazon)

Moderator: @tkriening.bsky.social (@spacewatch.bsky.social)

Register: tinyurl.com/4j59w59x
May 29, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Ready for Amsterdam for SmallSat Europe? I will moderate a panel on Optical communication with Gregg Burgess, Hirokazu Mori, Jean-Francois Morizur, Jordan Vannitsen and Daniel Troendle on 27th May at 12:15!

If you want to meet, just DM me! See you there!

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May 26, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Planning for Amsterdam for SmallSat Europe? I will moderate a panel on Optical communication with Gregg Burgess, Hirokazu Mori, Jean-Francois Morizur, Jordan Vannitsen and Daniel Troendle on 27th May at 12:15!

If you want to meet, just DM me! See you there!

invt.io/1lxb2pvh2q4
May 20, 2025 at 11:50 AM
#GEOINT2025 inspiration!

Erik Lindbergh, Chairman of The Lindbergh Foundation and grandson of aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh, reflects on his grandfather’s legacy and its connection to innovation, sustainability, and exploration.
Very inspiring keynote!
May 18, 2025 at 7:39 PM
#GEOINT2025 kicked off with dramatic numbers presented by Chris Anthony!

Over the past eight years, California has experienced 14 of its 20 most destructive fires, 13 of its largest, and 9 of its deadliest.

That followed an insightful panel Geoint, AI and the acceptance of the new systems.
May 18, 2025 at 2:57 PM
From pixels to power.
#GEOINT isn’t just about watching from above — it’s about understanding, anticipating, and acting.

At #GEOINT2025 in St. Louis, the future of strategic insight is clear: AI + satellite data = decision superiority.

Every pixel counts.

spacewatch.global/2025/05/geoi...
May 17, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Saturday morning - travel update

Off to St. Louis for #GEOINT2025!

Excited to join the global GEOINT community this week again to explore how AI, ML, and satellite data are driving the future of national security worldwide.

Let’s connect if you’re here — or follow us for updates from the floor!
May 17, 2025 at 8:03 AM
#GEOINT, we are coming - reporting and moderating! Laura, Yvette and I will be at the conference from 18th-21st May 2025. CU in St. Louis!

Any request to meet? - Just DM me.
May 15, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Reposted by Torsten Kriening
May the 4th be with… the German space industry!
With a new government and the plan for a dedicated Space Ministry, Germany has a real shot at becoming a leader in space innovation.
Let’s not waste the momentum — time to go from ambition to action.
#MayThe4th #Raumfahrt #GermanyInSpace #SpacePolicy
May 4, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Don’t miss that opportunity to become part of the sector!
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📅 Sign up today!

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April 29, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Reposted by Torsten Kriening
🚀 Take your career to new heights!
👩‍🚀 Connect with space experts & get career guidance.
📅 Sign up for mentoring today!

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April 29, 2025 at 7:50 AM
🚀 Need career guidance?
📍 Connect with top space experts & grow your network!
📅 Sign up today!

www.euspa.europa.eu/spaceacademy/
April 28, 2025 at 8:14 AM
🌍 Happy Earth Day 2025! 🌱

Why does Earth Day matter?

-sustainability isn’t a choice anymore — it’s a necessity.
-the decisions we make today shape the future for generations.
-innovation, collaboration, and awareness are our most powerful tools.
April 22, 2025 at 6:07 AM
Congratulations Isar Aerospace team for that initial launch from one of the most beautiful launch sites. Good luck with the aftermath and the analytics of the data. Keep on going the great work! Ad astra!

Photos: Isar Aerospace, youtube stream!

Pic two: the moment the pitching went south.
March 30, 2025 at 11:20 AM
30 sec to go….
March 30, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Isar Aerospace is approaching the first test flight of its launch vehicle Spectrum today, Sunday 30th March. Mission ‘Going full Spectrum’ launch window opens from 12:30pm to 03:30pm CEST, subject to weather, safety and range infrastructure.

youtube.com/live/IKLQxe2...
Livestream: First test flight of Isar Aerospace
YouTube video by Isar Aerospace
youtube.com
March 30, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Second launch attempt of Isar Aerospace today scrubbed - new launch window earliest Sunday, 30 March

Live stream - youtube.com/live/IKLQxe2...

Photo Credits - Isar Aerospace
March 29, 2025 at 6:48 AM
Follow Spectrum’s First Test Flight live

Isar Aerospace announced today that the company will broadcast the first test flight of Spectrum youtube.com/live/IKLQxe2...

The livestream will start with a conclusive GO poll at approximately:
T-20 minutes
12:15pm CET
11:15am UTC
March 27, 2025 at 2:38 PM
HOT NEWS - Isar Aerospace has announced that the second launch window for the first test flight of Spectrum opens not earlier than Thursday, 27 March, from 12:30pm to 03:30pm CET. The launch date remains subject to weather, safety and range infrastructure.

This audiogram is from a Oct 2023 chat!
March 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
HOT of the Isar Aerospace:
The first test flight of hashtag#Spectrum is scrubbed due to unfavorable winds. Launch vehicle and range remain healthy, and the team is working to determine a new launch window together with Andøya Spaceport. Well done team for today’s attempt.

Photo: Isar Aerospace
March 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM