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MaiaSpace Signs First Commercial Contract with Exotrail for Spacevan Missions 2027
MaiaSpace, a pioneering launch services provider designing, manufacturing, commercializing and operating the first reusable and more eco-responsible mini-launcher in Europe, has signed its first commercial contract with Exotrail, the France-based space logistics leader. The Agreement will facilitate the launch of multiple spacevan servicer missions as early as 2027, paving the way for a long-term collaboration…
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Honeywell Aerospace Partners with Nokia, Numana to Develop Quantum Encryption for Space-to-Terrestrial Networks
Honeywell Aerospace Technologies will develop new quantum-secure encryption keys for space-to-terrestrial networks under the terms of a new strategic partnership with Nokia and Numana. “Honeywell Aerospace Technologies welcomes the opportunity to join forces with Nokia and Numana to advance quantum-safe communications. Our quantum encryption technology will play a critical role in securing satellite networks and…
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Sierra Space: Transitioning from Human Space Exploration to Full Commercialization
With over 60 years of experience transitioning from human space exploration to full commercialization, Sierra Space, a leading innovator in aerospace technology and infrastructure, is advancing the frontiers of the new space economy by revolutionizing transportation systems and building destination networks in orbit. Sierra Space’s groundbreaking platform is positioned to drive a wave of innovations…
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T2S Solutions Acquires Blue Marble Communications to Expand Space Technology Offerings
T2S Solutions (T2S) acquired Blue Marble Communications (Blue Marble), a provider of space-qualified communications and computing technologies, T2s announced March 18. The acquisition was backed by Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP). T2S and Blue Marble said they will serve the space sector while expanding capabilities in joint all-domain command and control (JADC2), positioning, navigation & timing…
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This launcher is about to displace the V-2 as Germany’s largest rocket
Seven years ago, three classmates at the Technical University of Munich believed their student engineering project might hold some promise in the private sector. At the time, Daniel Metzler led a team of 40 students working on rocket engines and launching sounding rockets. Josef Fleischmann was on the team that won the first SpaceX Hyperloop…
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Planet Selected as Subcontractor for $95M California Satellite Data Purchase Program
Planet Labs PBC, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, announced it was selected as the primary subcontractor for the California Air Resource Board’s (CARB) Satellite Data Purchase Program (SDPP). The $95M SDPP multi-year contract was awarded to Carbon Mapper with Planet as a subcontractor to provide the state of California…
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GomSpace’s IOD-1 Satellite Launched for Startical’s Global Air Traffic Connectivity
The “IOD-1” satellite built by GomSpace for Startical has been launched into space from California on SpaceX Falcon 9, Transporter-13, and started its commissioning and demonstration activities. With the satellite, Startical is taking its first steps in space towards its vision of deploying a global constellation of small satellites to provide continuous real-time communication with…
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UltiSat Partners with Rivada for Secure Global LEO Satellite Connectivity
UltiSat, a leading provider of satellite communication solutions, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rivada Space Networks, a revolutionary company aiming to provide secure, high-bandwidth, global connectivity for enterprise and government customers. This agreement will allow UltiSat to become one of the select few resellers of Rivada Space Network’s forthcoming Low…
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Planet Labs Signs Contract with ESA to Support Greek National Space Services
Planet Labs signed a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) on behalf of the Hellenic Ministry of Digital Governance to support the Greek National SmallSat Program, Planet announced on March 24. The program is funded by the Recovery and Resilience Fund Greece 2.0 and aims to develop Greece’s national satellite technology using Planet’s commercial…