VdA has contributed to the 2026 edition of the Chambers Global Practice Guide – Space Law, which explores the latest legal and regulatory developments shaping the space sector.

In the 'Law and Practice' chapter, Magda Cocco, Conceição Gamito, Cristina Melo Miranda and Helena Correia Mendonça examine the legal and regulatory framework governing space activities in Portugal, covering topics such as licensing, operator liability, data protection, cybersecurity, sustainability, taxation, investment and intellectual property.

In the 'Trends and Developments' chapter, Magda Cocco, Cristina Melo Miranda, João de Araújo Ferraz and Sara Pinto Ferreira analyse the evolution of Portugal's space ecosystem, the growing public and private investment in the sector, the impact of the proposed EU Space Act, the increasing importance of defence and sovereignty, the new cybersecurity framework and the development of direct-to-device satellite communications.

The guide reflects the continued growth of Portugal's space sector and examines the key opportunities and challenges shaping its future.