From satellite ops to nordic launchpad

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March 30, 2026, 7:13 PM

• •Bjørn Ottar Elseth has dedicated his career to connecting technology, leadership, and collaboration.
• •He works to help organizations navigate the complexities of the modern space economy, focusing on strategy development and investment insights.
• •Elseth emphasizes the importance of collaboration between innovators and larger institutions, as well as the alignment of public and private efforts.
• •His work aims to expand participation in the space sector and support the development of new talent.

Bjørn Ottar Elseth, an aerospace engineer, is dedicated to advancing Europe's space industry through strategic advisory work. His career focuses on connecting technology, leadership, and collaboration to foster industrial progress, particularly in the rapidly expanding global space economy, which is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035. Through Nordic Space Bridge and as COO of Spaceport Norway, he guides organizations in integrating space technology into their operations, emphasizing long-term value creation and addressing structural challenges within the industry. Elseth aims to expand participation in the space sector and support the development of new talent, recognizing space as a crucial part of modern infrastructure and economic activity.

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