Tag: Satellite
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Planet Labs Partners with ESA to Support Greece’s SmallSat Program
Planet Labs PBC, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, announced that they have signed a new contract with the European Space Agency on behalf of the Hellenic Ministry of Digital Governance to support the Greek National SmallSat Programme, funded by the Recovery and Resilience Fund (RRF) Greece 2.0. Using…
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Astronauts to Discuss Science Mission
After completing a long-duration stay aboard the International Space Station, NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 astronauts will discuss their science mission during a postflight news conference at 2:30 p.m. EDT Monday, March 31, from the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. Following the news conference, the crew will be available for a limited number of individual interviews at…
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BlueHalo Unveils Advanced Breakthrough in Long-Distance Laser Communication
BlueHalo, the company transforming the future of global defense through mission-critical innovation in the space domain, announced the successful milestone demonstration of its two-terminal long-haul, multi-orbit laser communication system. The achievement marks a significant breakthrough in the development of space-based laser communication technology with far-reaching implications for national security and commercial sectors. During the demonstration,…
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Blue Origin: Innovations Shaping the Future of Space Exploration and Commercialization
Founded in 2000, Blue Origin is a private aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company headquartered in Kent, Washington. Blue Origin focuses on developing advanced space technologies to enable safe and affordable access to space. The company specializes in satellite launch services, propulsion systems, payload deployment, and human spaceflight. With partnerships including NASA, and numerous aerospace…
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NRO Successfully Launches Eighth Proliferated Architecture Mission with NROL-57
The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), in partnership with U.S. Space Force Space Launch Delta 30 and SpaceX, successfully launched the NROL-57 mission aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex-4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on March 21, 2025, at 2:49 a.m. EDT. This mission is the eighth overall launch…
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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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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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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…