Tag: LEO
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Eutelsat and Voimatel to Deliver LEO Connectivity Services in Finland
Eutelsat and Voimatel, a leading Finnish provider of telecommunications and critical digital infrastructure services, announced a new partner agreement for Eutelsat’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity services in Finland. Voimatel will integrate Eutelsat’s LEO connectivity services into its network solutions, combining satellite and terrestrial connectivity to support critical network infrastructure. The solution will deliver resilient…
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Apex Valuates at 2.3 Billion USD to Scale Up High-Rate Satellite Production
Apex, the world’s leading manufacturer of productized, configurable satellite bus platforms, announced it has raised over $200 million in new growth funding, nearly doubling the company’s valuation to $2.3 billion, just months after surpassing a $1 billion valuation. The round was led by Glade Brook Capital Partners and co-led by Washington Harbour Partners, with support…
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Infinite Orbits Selects Open Cosmos for ‘Tom & Jerry’ Satellite Inspection Mission
European space companies Infinite Orbits and Open Cosmos have partnered on a new satellite mission designed to demonstrate rendezvous, proximity and inspection operations in low-Earth orbit (LEO). The mission, dubbed “Tom & Jerry,” will involve two satellites that will perform a series of maneuvering and inspection activities after launch, which is currently targeted for mid-2027.…
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The Exploration Company Tests Nyx Capsule Ahead of 2028 Mission
How Did The Exploration Company’s Nyx Capsule Perform in Drop Tests? The Exploration Company successfully completed a drop test of its Nyx cargo capsule, validating critical parachute systems ahead of a planned 2028 orbital demonstration mission. The test represents a key milestone for the European space logistics startup as it races to capture cargo delivery…
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FCC Grants Amazon 50% Kuiper Deployment Extension to July 2027
How Did Amazon Secure Additional Time for Kuiper Deployment? The FCC granted Amazon a critical deployment deadline waiver for Project Kuiper on June 5, extending the company’s timeline to deploy 1,618 satellites—half its authorized satellite constellation—by July 30, 2027. The waiver comes with significant conditions limiting Amazon’s spectrum priority rights, potentially affecting the company’s competitive…
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Beyond Gravity Launches APPMAX2-XS Propulsion Pointing Mechanism for Small Satellites
Beyond Gravity, a leading space supplier, revealed a new product innovation. APPMAX2-XS is a next-generation electric propulsion pointing mechanism designed specifically for small satellites operating in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The new two-axis mechanism addresses key industry demands for reduced mass, rapid delivery, and flexible integration. “Our new mechanism delivers an exceptionally compact and mass-efficient solution…
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Telesat Develops Lightspeed LEO Network for Enterprise and Mission-Critical Connectivity
Telesat, a Canadian satellite communications company, is developing the Telesat Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network to provide enterprise-grade broadband connectivity for telecommunications providers, governments, aviation operators, maritime users and enterprise customers. The network is designed to extend high-performance communications beyond the reach of traditional terrestrial infrastructure while delivering the reliability and operational flexibility required for…
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Teledyne HiRel Unveils Space-Screened and Ultra-Low Power Wideband Low Noise Amplifier
Teledyne HiRel Semiconductors, a business unit of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated and a leading supplier of high-reliability RF and microwave solutions, announced the TDLNA0840SEP, a space-screened, ultra-low-power, wideband low-noise amplifier (LNA) designed to support the growing demands of satellite constellations in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), spaceborne communications and advanced RF front-end…
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Dhruva Space Expands Indigenous Space Capabilities with Modular Satellite Platforms
Dhruva Space, a Hyderabad-based full-stack space engineering company, is advancing a portfolio of modular satellite platforms designed to support commercial, scientific and defense missions in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. The company’s satellite architecture spans spacecraft ranging from CubeSats to Microsats, with platform masses extending from less than 1 kg to 500 kg, enabling…
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LEO atmospheric pollution from satellites demands new regulations
How serious is atmospheric pollution from satellite reentry? Atmospheric scientists are demanding immediate regulatory action as exotic materials from satellite and rocket hardware increasingly contaminate Earth’s atmosphere through uncontrolled reentry. With Low Earth Orbit (LEO) traffic surging toward 100,000 active satellites by 2030, researchers warn current environmental oversight fails to address long-term atmospheric chemistry impacts.…