Tag: Satellite
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Exotrail to Launch GEO Mission in 2028 with CNES Support Under France 2030
Exotrail is strengthening its spacevan manifest with a new mission to geostationary orbit scheduled for early 2028, commissioned by CNES as part of the France 2030 plan. This program, supported by the French space agency, CNES, aims to develop a perennial European capacity for the orbital deployment of small satellites from geostationary transfer orbit (GTO)…
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Vi and AST SpaceMobile Partner to Deliver Satellite-Powered Connectivity Solutions
Vi (Vodafone Idea), India’s leading telecom service provider, and AST SpaceMobile, the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications, announced a strategic partnership to expand mobile connectivity across India’s unconnected regions. AST SpaceMobile made history by placing the first ever…
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Sodern Sets New Standards in Space Optronics for Global Missions
Sodern, founded in 1962 and headquartered in Limeil-Brévannes, France, is a leading high-technology company specializing in space instrumentation, optical systems, neutron generators, and defense-related technologies. Sodern specializes in high-precision instruments and systems for space and defense applications, focusing on delivering innovative, reliable solutions for Earth observation, space exploration, and satellite navigation. Its mission is to…
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Eutelsat and France’s Armed Force Signs Agreement for Low Orbit Satellite Services
Eutelsat and France’s armed forces ministry have announced a landmark framework agreement on the occasion of the Paris Airshow. The agreement is the embodiment of the NEXUS (Neo-Espace pour de multiples Usages Sécurisés) program launched by the French Ministry of Defence, which aims to reinforce the current French military space communications model by combining military…
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Maxar Partners with Array Labs to Power 3D Terrain Mapping with Radar Constellation
Maxar Intelligence, the leading provider of secure, precise geospatial insights, and Array Labs announced an agreement to provide Maxar with dedicated capacity from Array Labs’ 3D radar imaging constellation, which is set to launch in late 2026. This partnership will combine very high-resolution 3D terrain generated from electro-optical imagery with 3D terrain generated from radar…
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Greenerwave Partners with Safran to Develop Next-Gen Ka-band Aero SATCOM Terminal
Greenerwave, pioneer in electromagnetic wave control technologies, and Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI), expert in in-flight entertainment and connectivity systems, announce a strategic partnership to develop a next-generation Ka-band aero SATCOM terminal. This cutting-edge terminal, fully compatible with current and future Ka-band NGSO constellations, will provide optimized in-flight connectivity without compromise. By combining enhanced passenger experience and increased operational efficiency,…
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Planet and Tony Blair Institute Support Data-Driven Policy in Zanzibar
Planet Labs, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, announced the successful completion of its pilot project with the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI) to help enable informed decision-making for the government of Zanzibar. This 12-month initiative aimed to equip government leaders with access to Planet satellite data…
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LG Innotek Launches World’s First Automotive 5G Module with Satellite Connectivity
LG Innotek has unveiled the world’s first Automotive 5G Communication Module with satellite connectivity, enabling high-speed communication anywhere, anytime. LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo, 011070) announced on June 9, 2025, that it has successfully developed the world’s first ‘Third-generation Automotive 5G Communication Module’ that supports satellite communication over 5G broadband (NR-NTN, with a bandwidth of…
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Thales Alenia Signs Contract with OHB to Provide Critical Elements for LISA
Thales Alenia Space, the joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a €263 million contract with prime contractor OHB System AG for the development of key elements for ESA‘s Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA) mission. LISA will be the first space-based observatory dedicated to studying gravitational waves. LISA: a future constellation of…
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Avio Advances Space Tech Innovation with Dassault’s 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
Dassault Systèmes announced that Avio has implemented the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to digitally transform the management of all its programs. As Avio deepens its focus on driving sustainability in the space sector, the 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables it to adopt automated, intelligent, and data-driven engineering and manufacturing processes that streamline and accelerate the development of technologically advanced…