Helena Correia Mendonça is the author of the article 'The Earth Observation Market and Regulation: Instruments for Growth', which explores the development of the satellite Earth observation market and the role of regulation in supporting its growth.

In this article, she examines the opportunities arising from the increasing use of satellite data, technological advances and the development of new services and business models. The VdA Principal Consultant, also addresses some of the sector’s key legal challenges, including the dual civil and military use of satellite data, export controls, data protection, intellectual property and the use of artificial intelligence.

Helena Correia Mendonça also considers the impact of new European regulatory initiatives and highlights legal certainty as an essential factor in the sector’s growth:

'Instead of treating law as an obstacle, law is viewed as an essential building block for sustainable business models. This approach recognizes that legal certainty is as critical as technological performance.'