Theory of law
Advise on definition and delimitation of outer space and the status and application of the five UN treaties on outer space
2017, Prague, Czech Republic
International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) International Policy Advisory Committee (IPAC)
Report
COPUOS Report II.C.3
COPUOS LSC Report IV & V
Further reading
Working Group on the Definition and Delimitation of Outer Space of the Legal Subcommittee
Delimitation of outer space
The Sky Is the Limit--But Where Does It End?
THE DELIMITATION OF OUTER SPACE REVISITED The Role of National Space Laws in the Delimitation Issue
2017, Prague, Czech Republic
International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) International Policy Advisory Committee (IPAC)
Report
COPUOS Report II.C.3
COPUOS LSC Report IV & V
Further reading
Working Group on the Definition and Delimitation of Outer Space of the Legal Subcommittee
Delimitation of outer space
The Sky Is the Limit--But Where Does It End?
THE DELIMITATION OF OUTER SPACE REVISITED The Role of National Space Laws in the Delimitation Issue
Advisory Group of legal experts on optional rules for arbitration of disputes relating to Outer Space
2009-2011, The Hague, The Netherlands
Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA)
Report
The PCA Optional Rules for Arbitration of Disputes relating to Outer Space Activities
Presentations
The New PCA Rules and their Application to Satcom Disputes
Further reading
Space for Dispute Settlement Mechanisms – Dispute Resolution Mechanisms for Space? A few legal considerations
The Legal Framework for Space Projects in Europe: Aspects of Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution
2009-2011, The Hague, The Netherlands
Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA)
Report
The PCA Optional Rules for Arbitration of Disputes relating to Outer Space Activities
Presentations
The New PCA Rules and their Application to Satcom Disputes
Further reading
Space for Dispute Settlement Mechanisms – Dispute Resolution Mechanisms for Space? A few legal considerations
The Legal Framework for Space Projects in Europe: Aspects of Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution
Study on Smart Enforcement in Environmental Legal Systems: A Socio-Legal Analysis of Regulatory Satellite Monitoring in Australia
2009-2010, London, United Kingdom
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) & University College of London (UCL)
Content
Smart Enforcement in Environmental Legal Systems: A Socio-Legal Analysis of Regulatory Satellite Monitoring in Australia
Further Reading
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
Europe and the 'Resolution Revolution': 'European' Legal Approaches to Privacy and Their Relevance for Space Remote Sensing Activities
2009-2010, London, United Kingdom
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) & University College of London (UCL)
Content
Smart Enforcement in Environmental Legal Systems: A Socio-Legal Analysis of Regulatory Satellite Monitoring in Australia
Further Reading
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
Europe and the 'Resolution Revolution': 'European' Legal Approaches to Privacy and Their Relevance for Space Remote Sensing Activities
Project on Humanitarian Aid, emeRgency Management and Law Enforcement uSer applicationS (HARMLESS)
2006-2008, Madrid, Spain
GMV & Galileo Joint Undertaking (GJU)
Content
HARMLESS: Humanitarian aid, emergency management and law enforcement support applications
HARMLESS – Main documents produced
Further reading
Legal Aspects of Navigation: The Cases for Privacy and Liability: An Introduction for Non-lawyers
Big Brother or Eye in the Sky? Legal Aspects of Space-Based Geo-lnformation for Disaster Management
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
2006-2008, Madrid, Spain
GMV & Galileo Joint Undertaking (GJU)
Content
HARMLESS: Humanitarian aid, emergency management and law enforcement support applications
HARMLESS – Main documents produced
Further reading
Legal Aspects of Navigation: The Cases for Privacy and Liability: An Introduction for Non-lawyers
Big Brother or Eye in the Sky? Legal Aspects of Space-Based Geo-lnformation for Disaster Management
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
Project on Satellite monitoring as a legal compliance tool in the environmental sector
2005-2008, London, United Kingdom
University College of London (UCL)
Content
Using Earth Observation Technologies for Better Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement of Environmental Laws
Archive for the 'Satellites & the law'
Further Reading
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
European Satellite Earth Observation: Law, Regulations, Policies, Projects, and Programmes
Europe and the 'Resolution Revolution': 'European' Legal Approaches to Privacy and Their Relevance for Space Remote Sensing Activities
2005-2008, London, United Kingdom
University College of London (UCL)
Content
Using Earth Observation Technologies for Better Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement of Environmental Laws
Archive for the 'Satellites & the law'
Further Reading
Treaty Law in Support of Climate Monitoring
European Satellite Earth Observation: Law, Regulations, Policies, Projects, and Programmes
Europe and the 'Resolution Revolution': 'European' Legal Approaches to Privacy and Their Relevance for Space Remote Sensing Activities
Study on cost effective earth observation missions
2004-2005, Washington, United States of America
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA)
Content
International Study on Cost-Effective Earth Observation Missions – Outcomes and Visions
Further Reading
European Satellite Earth Observation: Law, Regulations, Policies, Projects, and Programmes
2004-2005, Washington, United States of America
International Academy of Astronautics (IAA)
Content
International Study on Cost-Effective Earth Observation Missions – Outcomes and Visions
Further Reading
European Satellite Earth Observation: Law, Regulations, Policies, Projects, and Programmes
Study on Property Rights on the Moon
2002-2003, Paris, France
International Institute of Space Law (IISL)
Report
Statement by the Board of Directors Of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) On Claims to Property Rights Regarding The Moon and Other Celestial Bodies
Further reading
Surreal Estate: Addressing the Issue of ‘Immovable Property Rights on the Moon’
Further Statement by the Board of Directors of the IISL On Claims to Lunar Property Rights
Media
Who Owns The Moon? Space Law and the Billion Dollar Question
2002-2003, Paris, France
International Institute of Space Law (IISL)
Report
Statement by the Board of Directors Of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) On Claims to Property Rights Regarding The Moon and Other Celestial Bodies
Further reading
Surreal Estate: Addressing the Issue of ‘Immovable Property Rights on the Moon’
Further Statement by the Board of Directors of the IISL On Claims to Lunar Property Rights
Media
Who Owns The Moon? Space Law and the Billion Dollar Question
Project 2001 on the Legal Framework for the Commercial Use of Outer Space
1998-2001, Cologne, Germany
University of Cologne & Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR)
Content
Project 2001 – Legal Framework For The Commercial Use Of Outer Space
Further reading
Implementing the United Nations Outer Space Treaties
Article VI of the Outer Space Treaty 'in the European Context'
Current and Future Development of National Space Law and Policy
Vikings First in National Space Law: Other Europeans to Follow – The Continuing Story of National Implementation of International Responsibility and Liability
1998-2001, Cologne, Germany
University of Cologne & Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR)
Content
Project 2001 – Legal Framework For The Commercial Use Of Outer Space
Further reading
Implementing the United Nations Outer Space Treaties
Article VI of the Outer Space Treaty 'in the European Context'
Current and Future Development of National Space Law and Policy
Vikings First in National Space Law: Other Europeans to Follow – The Continuing Story of National Implementation of International Responsibility and Liability
Concerted Action Project on Earth Observation Data Policy in Europe (EOPOLE)
1998-2000, London, United Kingdom
University College of London (UCL) & Commission of the European Union
Further Reading
Earth Observation and Data Policy in Europe: The Legal Issues – The EOPOLE Concerted Action Project
United Nations Principles on Remote Sensing and the User
Intellectual Property Rights as a Policy Tool for Earth Observation Data in Europe
Non-discriminatory Data Dissemination in Practice
Earth Observation Data Policy in Europe: An Inventory of Legal Aspects and Legal Issues
1998-2000, London, United Kingdom
University College of London (UCL) & Commission of the European Union
Further Reading
Earth Observation and Data Policy in Europe: The Legal Issues – The EOPOLE Concerted Action Project
United Nations Principles on Remote Sensing and the User
Intellectual Property Rights as a Policy Tool for Earth Observation Data in Europe
Non-discriminatory Data Dissemination in Practice
Earth Observation Data Policy in Europe: An Inventory of Legal Aspects and Legal Issues