Tag: Satellite
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Intelsat Concludes Satellite Life-Extension Mission, Makes Space History
Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, became the first and only satellite operator to complete a life-extension mission adding five years of valuable service to the Intelsat 901 (IS-901) satellite and its many customers, providing extended reliable and global connectivity. “The MEV mission proved that in-orbit servicing enhances…
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GITAI Initiates Defense & Space Division to Serve as Prime US Govt Contractor
GITAI USA, a U.S.-headquartered space robotics company, announced the establishment of its new subsidiary, GITAI Defense & Space, incorporated in Delaware and operating from the company’s headquarters in Torrance, California. This strategic move positions GITAI to serve as a prime contractor for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA programs. Addressing U.S. Government Contracting Requirements…
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Astroscale US to Perform First-Ever Refueling of US Space Force Satellite in GEO
Astroscale US, a leading provider of on-orbit services and logistics across all orbits, will conduct two refueling operations of a US Department of Defense (DoD) satellite in geostationary orbit (GEO) for the United States Space Force (USSF). This mission will demonstrate the ability of commercial Servicing, Mobility and Logistics providers to deliver on-orbit capabilities supporting…
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Momentus Space: Powering In-Space Transportation and Infrastructure Services
Founded in 2017, Momentus Space is a U.S. commercial space company headquartered in San Jose, California. The company’s core mission is to offer in-space infrastructure services, including satellite buses, in-space transportation, hosted payloads, and other in-orbit services. Momentus focuses on providing cost-effective solutions for satellite deployment and orbital transfer, utilizing its proprietary Vigoride Orbital Service…
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Dawn Aerospace Advances the Future of Sustainable Space Propulsion and Launch Systems
Dawn Aerospace is a pioneering space technology company founded in 2017, headquartered in New Zealand and the Netherlands. The company focuses on developing green in-space propulsion systems, reusable spaceplanes, and satellite services to enable sustainable and scalable access to space. With a mission to revolutionize space transportation through environmental responsibility and economic efficiency, Dawn Aerospace…
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ST Engineering iDirect Awarded USSI Global Excelerator Collaboration Partner of the Year
ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, announced USSI Global as the recipient of its Excelerator Collaboration Partner of the Year award at the NAB Show 2025. The award recognizes USSI Global’s exceptional ability in creating demand, driving business growth and exceeding customer satisfaction through its partnership with ST Engineering iDirect, underscoring their…
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Sierra Space Teams with Honda and Tec-Masters to Reinvent Space Energy Solutions
Sierra Space, a leading commercial space company and defense tech prime, announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Honda and Tec-Masters to test Honda’s high-differential pressure water electrolysis system aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The project, facilitated by Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser spaceplane, marks a significant step toward enabling sustainable human life on the lunar surface…
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RAL Space Opens UK’s First Large-scale Satellite EMC and Antenna Test Facility
NSI-MI, an advanced RF measurement solutions provider for aerospace, defense, satellite, and wireless applications, has finalized the installation of the RAL Space EMC and Antenna Test Facility, marking a significant milestone for the UK’s space industry. The RAL Space EMC and Antenna Test Facility consists of a shielded anechoic chamber that is 18 m x 18…
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GITAI Launches US Subsidiary to Support NASA and DoD Space Robotics Programs
GITAI USA, a U.S.-headquartered space robotics company, announced the establishment of its new subsidiary, GITAI Defense & Space LLC, incorporated in Delaware and operating from the company’s headquarters in Torrance, California. This strategic move positions GITAI to serve as a prime contractor for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA programs. Addressing U.S. Government Contracting…
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Eutelsat Expands Inflight Connectivity Deal with Panasonic Avionics on EUTELSAT 10B
Eutelsat and Panasonic Avionics Corporation (PAC) have announced an extension of their capacity deal on the EUTELSAT 10B satellite, serving the inflight connectivity market, covering both the duration and volume of the previous agreement. Panasonic Avionics, an anchor customer on EUTELSAT 10B since its entry into service in July 2023, leverages multiple gigahertz of capacity on…