The latest news and top stories on Dmitry Bakanov, general director of the Russian space agency Roscosmos. An economist by background, he assumed his current role in February 2025, having previously served as Russia’s Deputy Minister of Transport and led the Gonets satellite company. His responsibilities include overseeing Russia’s space programme, managing rocket launches, space exploration and developing space technologies. Key areas of focus include developing reusable rockets and strengthening international cooperation.