Italy's Spacewear is discussing a deal with Virgin Galactic (SPCE.N), opens new tab to design and develop a clothing range for the training of its astronauts and space tourists, the founder of the startup said. "With Virgin Galactic we will make innovative, performing suits to be worn during training by those who will fly with Virgin Galactic," Spacewear's Corinna Sperandini told Reuters, adding however that "discussions are in an exploratory phase".

Founded by British billionaire Richard Branson, Virgin Galactic offers wealthy customers the experience of supersonic rocket speed, microgravity and the spectacle of the Earth's curvature from space. An agreement could also include the production of made in Italy co-branded everyday clothing, inspired by spacesuits, for spring-summer 2025.