Redwire CEO Charts Future of European Space Market in Exclusive *Space Minds* Interview
Mike Gruss, editor of SpaceNews, recently sat down with Peter Cannito, CEO of Redwire, at the World Space Business Week in Paris. The interview, part of the special CEO Series edition of Space Minds, delved into the future of the European space market and Redwire's growing presence in the space industry.
Cannito discussed Redwire's strategic positioning in Europe, achieved through acquisitions like Oakman Aerospace. He highlighted the company's investments in autonomy and software, enabling Redwire to act as a bridge between agile space startups and established aerospace corporations.
The conversation touched on various aspects of the evolving space landscape. Cannito shared insights into pharmaceutical research in microgravity and the burgeoning field of very low Earth orbit missions (VLEO). He also explored the convergence of space and drone technologies, and its implications for national security.
Redwire, under Cannito's leadership, is carving out a significant role in the European space market. Through strategic acquisitions and investments, the company is positioning itself as a mid-sized player, capable of bridging the gap between space startups and aerospace giants. As the interview revealed, Redwire is at the forefront of shaping the future of space, from pharmaceutical research to national security.
