GvW advises Ethereal Space on space and satellite law matters and the Ethereal Space GmbH formation
GvW Graf von Westphalen has advised Ethereal Space, Inc., a pioneering commercial space company, on space and satellite law matters and the establishment of its affiliate Ethereal Space GmbH.
Ethereal Space is the first commercial operator to deploy and operate a dedicated Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation for space weather observations. Its space‑based infrastructure provides high‑resolution, near‑real‑time data on solar activity and space weather phenomena, enabling operators in the energy, aviation, telecommunications and space sectors to anticipate and mitigate risks arising from solar storms and geomagnetic disturbances in an increasingly space‑dependent environment.
The project was led by Dr. Grace Nacimiento, Partner at GvW Graf von Westphalen, who advised on all aspects of space and satellite law, including the regulatory framework applicable to satellite operations and licensing. The incorporation of Ethereal Space GmbH and all related corporate and shareholder matters were handled by Dr. Malte J. Hiort and Martin Dopychai, providing comprehensive advice under German corporate law.
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