Space Law

Space Law

With a focus on economic and industrial development and innovation, PANETTA Consulting Group offers its clients a comprehensive legal advisory service covering various aspects of Space Law, with a team led by Marco Lauricella.

The Space Law legal advisory service provided by PANETTA Consulting Group is designed to offer qualified assistance on all legal matters related to space activities, at a time when the private sector is playing an increasingly prominent role in the space industry and in markets that are directly or indirectly dependent on it. Thanks to the expertise of its professionals, PANETTA Consulting Group helps clients navigate the applicable legal frameworks, enabling operational readiness across a range of space-related activities. With a team of specialists, PANETTA acts as a strategic partner in addressing the unique legal challenges of this emerging sector.

Key areas of legal support include:
  • Regulation and international law: PANETTA Consulting Group provides legal advice on international space law, including UN treaties and conventions on outer space, as well as the national regulations of countries involved in space activities. This support is essential to ensure that operations comply with international and local laws, minimizing legal and diplomatic risks.
  • Licensing and authorizations: We assist companies in obtaining the necessary licenses and authorizations to conduct space activities. This includes managing communications with regulatory authorities and preparing all required documentation.
  • Contract law: PANETTA’s team supports the drafting and negotiation of contracts specific to the space sector and related industries, ranging from component supply agreements and aerospace technology development contracts to cooperation agreements, public procurement, and general tenders.
  • Liability and risk management: Space activities involve significant legal and technical risks. PANETTA Consulting Group advises on legal liability for incidents or damage arising from space operations, including guidance on space insurance policies and strategies to mitigate risks through effective legal and operational planning.
  • Intellectual property protection and innovation: The development of new space technologies requires robust IP protection. PANETTA assists clients with the registration and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and trade secrets related to space innovations, ensuring that competitive advantages are preserved in a rapidly evolving sector.
  • Sustainability and environmental regulation in space: With the expansion of space activities, space sustainability and debris mitigation are gaining increasing relevance, particularly in light of recent or upcoming legislation in several countries. PANETTA provides legal advice on applicable environmental standards for outer space and how companies can contribute to keeping space safe and sustainable for future generations.

Choosing PANETTA Consulting Group for Space Law legal advisory means securing a partner with deep expertise and up-to-date knowledge of the regulatory and technological developments shaping the aerospace sector and its related markets.