Michael Traut

Michael Traut

military officer Germany

Generalmajor Michael Traut is the commander of the Bundeswehr's Space Command, located in Uedem, Germany. With a distinguished career as a Luftwaffe officer, Traut has been vocal about the increasing militarization of space and the necessity for Germany to enhance its military presence in this domain. He emphasizes the strategic importance of satellites for modern warfare, particularly in light of recent geopolitical tensions such as the conflict in Ukraine. Under his leadership, the Bundeswehr aims to expand its satellite capabilities significantly, moving from just eight operational satellites to potentially up to one hundred in the near future, to ensure Germany's autonomy and effectiveness in space operations.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
90,631
Power
4,196$
Sentiment
6.84
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Germany 1 7.00 0.10% +0% 83,783,942 79,947 $3,845,000 3,669$
Hong Kong 1 5.00 0.14% +0% 7,500,700 10,685 $370,000 527$
Totals 2 91,284,642 90,632 $4,215,000 4,196$
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Hong Kong Hong Kong: Michael Traut is the commander of the German Space Command. 5

明報 (Ming Pao): 國際 - 20260130 - 每日明報

Germany Germany: Generalmajor Michael Traut leads the space command of the Bundeswehr and discussed the military communication system in a recent interview. 7

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Deutschland soll eigene Internet-Satelliten bekommen - Wirtschaft

Switzerland Switzerland: Generalmajor Michael Traut is the commander of the space command of the Bundeswehr and discusses the military implications of space. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Wie Deutschland sich im All gegen neue Bedrohungen wappnet