In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Market Report 2026

The in-situ resource utilization (isru) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.18 billion in 2025 to $2.61 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advancements in spaceborne resource extraction and processing technologies, increasing focus on sustainable long-duration space missions, development of in-orbit propellant and oxygen production systems, growing investments in robotic and automated ISRU equipment, rising interest from space agencies in reducing dependence on earth-supplied consumables.

The in-situ resource utilization (isru) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.25 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of commercial lunar and planetary exploration missions, adoption of advanced autonomous ISRU systems for mining and processing, integration of in-situ manufactured metals and materials for on-site construction, increasing investment in remote monitoring and operation services for ISRU, collaborations between space agencies and private companies for sustainable extraterrestrial resource utilization. Major trends in the forecast period include development of advanced water extraction and oxygen production systems, robotics-enabled mining and material processing in extraterrestrial environments, automation of fuel generation and storage systems for long-duration missions, integration of additive manufacturing for on-site construction and part fabrication, deployment of sensor networks and monitoring systems for resource mapping and utilization.

The growing investments in space exploration are expected to drive the expansion of the in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) market in the coming years. Space exploration involves the study and investigation of outer space using astronomy, satellites, spacecraft, and human missions beyond Earth. The rise in investments is largely motivated by economic opportunities, as both governments and private companies seek to benefit from ventures such as satellite services, space tourism, asteroid mining, and the commercialization of new space technologies. Increased funding in space exploration accelerates the advancement of ISRU technologies by supporting research and infrastructure that enable the extraction and utilization of local resources, such as lunar ice and Martian soil, for producing fuel, water, and construction materials. For example, in June 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade reported that the UK committed about USD 12.5 billion (£10 billion) to space programs over a ten-year period beginning in 2023, with approximately USD 3.75 billion (£3 billion) designated in the 2023 spending review. As a result, rising investments in space exploration are contributing significantly to the growth of the ISRU market.

Key companies operating in the in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) market are focusing on advanced technologies, such as water electrolyzers, to extract and convert lunar or Martian water into hydrogen and oxygen for fuel, life support, and other mission-critical resources. Water electrolyzers are devices that use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen gases for fuel, energy storage, or life-support applications. For instance, in January 2025, SpaceX, a U.S.-based aerospace manufacturer and space transport company, launched Hakuto-R Mission 2 carrying a payload described as a “water electrolyzer,” designed to process lunar water into hydrogen and oxygen, developed by ispace, Inc., a Japan-based lunar exploration company. The aim of this launch is to demonstrate in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) technology by converting lunar resources into usable materials for future fuel and life-support systems.

In July 2023, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), a U.S.-based government agency, partnered with Blue Origin to create an autonomous system capable of converting lunar regolith into solar power, power transmission cables, and oxygen. Through this collaboration, NASA and Blue Origin are working to develop and demonstrate Blue Alchemist, a system designed to transform lunar regolith into solar-power infrastructure, transmission lines, and oxygen, supporting sustainable in-situ resource utilization on the Moon. Blue Origin Enterprises L.P., a U.S.-based space technology company, specializes in reusable rocket launch systems, spacecraft, and advanced technologies for both space exploration and commercial spaceflight.

Major companies operating in the in-situ resource utilization (isru) market are Airbus SE, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Space Exploration Technologies Corp., Blue Origin L.P., Hanwha Systems Co. Ltd., Sierra Nevada Corporation, European Space Agency, China National Space Administration, Fleet Space Technologies Pty Ltd., Honeybee Robotics Ltd., Astrobotic Technology Inc., Paragon Space Development Corporation, Astronika Sp. z o.o., OffWorld Inc., ispace Inc., Masten Space Systems Inc., Lunar Resources Company, TransAstra Corporation, Maana Electric S.A., High Frontier Mining Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the in-situ resource utilization (isru) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on advanced robotics, additive manufacturing equipment, and sensor technologies have increased production costs and slowed deployment of ISRU systems, particularly affecting lunar and planetary mission projects in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions. Segments such as fuel generation and mineral processing are most impacted. Positively, tariffs have encouraged domestic manufacturing of ISRU equipment and spurred innovation in locally sourced technologies, creating opportunities for cost-efficient and self-reliant space exploration solutions.

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In-situ resource utilization (ISRU) involves identifying, extracting, processing, and converting locally available resources in extraterrestrial environments into usable materials and consumables. This approach reduces dependence on supplies transported from Earth and supports more sustainable and efficient space exploration and habitation. Its use is essential for enabling long-duration missions, lowering logistical costs, and ensuring the long-term presence of humans and robots beyond Earth.

The main product types in in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) are resources and technologies. Resources consist of materials obtained from celestial bodies, such as soil, gases, and metals, which are used directly on-site to support missions and reduce reliance on Earth. These are applied in various fields, including space exploration, lunar missions, planetary missions, asteroid mining, and other related activities. The primary end-users include government space agencies, commercial space companies, and research institutions.

The countries covered in the in-situ resource utilization (isru) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as mission planning and simulation services, remote monitoring and operation of ISRU equipment, maintenance and repair services for spaceborne machinery, logistics and transportation support for ISRU deployment, and consulting on sustainable space resource utilization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) market also includes sales of propellants and fuels, oxygen and consumables, metals and minerals for manufacturing, spare parts and hardware fabricated. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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