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Launchers Work to Ramp Up Cadence to Capitalize on Surging Demand for Access to Space
After years of waiting in the wings, three new rockets finally made their debuts over the last 15 months as the industry saw the first launches of the Vulcan, Ariane 6, and New Glenn rockets. This year’s launch panel at SATELLITE took place at a critical time as launch providers prepare for a pivotal year…
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SES and Lynk Global Announce Strategic Partnership for Direct-to-Device (D2D) Services
SES and Lynk Global have announced a strategic partnership to address the high-growth direct-to-device (D2D) segment. As part of the agreement, SES will provide Series B funding for Lynk Global’s D2D constellation and provide a suite of integrated services that will enhance Lynk Global’s capabilities, which include: MEO-Relay allowing D2D providers to route traffic between…
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Orbit Communications Systems Unveils OrBeam MIL ESA for Seamless Multi-Orbit SATCOM
Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading global provider of maritime, land, and airborne SATCOM solutions, tracking ground stations, and mission-critical communication systems, is set to unveil its new OrBeam MIL Electronically Steerable Antenna (ESA) at Satellite DC 2025. This cutting-edge phased array antenna is designed to meet the growing demand for continuous, reliable satellite communications…
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Comtech Secures $26 Million in Sole Source Contracts from L3Harris
Comtech Telecommunications, a global communications technology leader, announced that L3Harris awarded the Company multiple sole source follow on contracts valued in excess of $26 million. These contracts facilitate the delivery of Comtech designed and manufactured modem technologies supporting the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army Anti-Jam Modem. A3Ms are at the forefront of providing cutting-edge…
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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt is the new leader of Relativity Space
Another Silicon Valley investor is getting into the rocket business. Former Google chief executive Eric Schmidt has taken a controlling interest in the Long Beach, California-based Relativity Space. The New York Times first reported the change becoming official, after Schmidt told employees in an all-hands meeting on Monday. Schmidt’s involvement with Relativity has been quietly…
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SDA Pushes Satellite Manufacturers, Suppliers to Adapt to Faster Development Cycles
The Space Development Agency’s (SDA) rapid pace is driving strategic business lessons for the satellite industry, experts said in a discussion on Monday at SATELLITE 2025. Paula Trimble, the policy cell director for the SDA, explained that when the SDA was created almost six years ago, it was intended to be a constructive disruptor. “Not…
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Space42 and Viasat Partner to Develop 5G Non-Terrestrial Network Initiative
Space42 and Viasat signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore ecosystem partnership options for developing a 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) initiative, Space42 announced on March 11. Space42 is a space and geospatial intelligence company based in the United Arab Emirates, formed last year through the merger of Yahsat and Bayanat. This partnership addresses the…
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Direct-to-Cell Shows Promise for Military Applications
Direct-to-cell (D2C) connectivity will be available soon to many different military and commercial users, but the issue of who uses it and how it will be used is still being explored. Leaders from Omnispace, Lynk Global, and Capgemini America, Inc discussed the outlook for D2C communications for military use on Monday at SATELLITE 2025. Explore…
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Tech Leaders Talk Up Quantum, New Manufacturing Technologies, and Telecoms Integration
Satellite industry CTOs talked up novel manufacturing techniques, integration with terrestrial networks, including direct-to-device connectivity, and a new market for satellite services in quantum key distribution, during a panel at SATELLITE on Tuesday. Xavier Bertrán, the chief product and innovation officer for Luxembourg-based provider SES, made the case for radical changes in the way the…
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Astrum Mobile Selects SWISSto12 to Manufacture NEASTAR-1 Geostationary Satellite
Astrum Mobile, Asia Pacific’s only Satellite-to-Device (S2D) company, will operate the very first Satellite-to-Device (S2D) platform delivering 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) services. Astrum Mobile’s vision for a ubiquitous Satellite-to-Device (S2D) service directly to end-user smartphones and smart devices is advancing with the selection of SWISSto12 as the manufacturer of the NEASTAR-1 satellite, based on the…