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CEO Warns: Orbital Congestion Could Cost $1 Billion Daily

9/24/2025

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Shelli Brunswick, CEO of SB Global LLC, warns orbital congestion risks space access.
A 30-day GPS disruption could cost the U.S. economy $1 billion daily.
Satellites are critical infrastructure for global commerce and essential services.
Global Navigation Satellite System market was valued at $301.37 billion in 2024.
Debris and congestion risks threaten these systems, underscoring the need for urgent action.

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Shelli Brunswick, CEO of SB Global LLC, warns orbital congestion risks space access.
A 30-day GPS disruption could cost the U.S. economy $1 billion daily.
Satellites are critical infrastructure for global commerce and essential services.
Global Navigation Satellite System market was valued at $301.37 billion in 2024.
Debris and congestion risks threaten these systems, underscoring the need for urgent action.