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Constellr releases first-light imagery of Tokyo
https://spacenews.com/constellr-releases-first-light-imagery-of-tokyo/
Published: March 17, 2025 07:02
German startup constellr released first-light imagery from the initial satellite in its thermal-imaging constellation. The post Constellr releases first-light imagery of Tokyo appeared first on SpaceNews.
Space National Guard debate reignited with bipartisan legislation
https://spacenews.com/space-national-guard-debate-reignited-with-bipartisan-legislation/
Published: March 17, 2025 04:06
The new legislative push comes just months after Congress approved the Space Force Personnel Management Act, which eliminated the traditional distinction between active duty, Reserve, and Guard units. The post Space National Guard debate reignited with…
Crew-10 arrives at space station
https://spacenews.com/crew-10-arrives-at-space-station/
Published: March 16, 2025 15:09
A Crew Dragon spacecraft with four people on board docked with the International Space Station March 16, setting up the departure of an existing station crew in the coming days. The post Crew-10 arrives at space station appeared first on SpaceNews.
Intelligence and dual-use commercial satellites launch on Transporter-13
https://spacenews.com/intelligence-and-dual-use-commercial-satellites-launch-on-transporter-13/
Published: March 15, 2025 20:16
Among the 74 payloads on SpaceX’s Transporter-13 mission was a technology demonstrator from the National Reconnaissance Office The post Intelligence and dual-use commercial satellites launch on Transporter-13 appeared first on SpaceNews.
SpaceX launches Transporter-13 rideshare mission
https://spacenews.com/spacex-launches-transporter-13-rideshare-mission/
Published: March 15, 2025 14:44
A SpaceX Falcon 9 launched more than 70 payloads in the latest in its series of dedicated rideshare missions that have reshaped the smallsat industry. The post SpaceX launches Transporter-13 rideshare mission appeared first on SpaceNews.
Rocket Lab launches Japanese SAR satellite
https://spacenews.com/rocket-lab-launches-japanese-sar-satellite/
Published: March 15, 2025 02:18
Rocket Lab launched a radar imaging satellite for a Japanese company March 14, the first of eight such missions under contract with that customer. The post Rocket Lab launches Japanese SAR satellite appeared first on SpaceNews.
Crew-10 launches to space station
https://spacenews.com/crew-10-launches-to-space-station/
Published: March 14, 2025 23:31
Four people are on their way to the International Space Station on a typical crew rotation mission that has become enmeshed in political controversy. The post Crew-10 launches to space station appeared first on SpaceNews.
Investors bet on Europe’s space sector as geopolitical winds shift
https://spacenews.com/investors-bet-on-europes-space-sector-as-geopolitical-winds-shift/
Published: March 14, 2025 21:39
Rising defense budgets and geopolitical shifts are creating new investment opportunities for Europe’s space industry, early-stage investors said at the Satellite Conference. The post Investors bet on Europe’s space sector as geopolitical winds shift…
Live Event: The Hypersonics Revolution – A Conversation with Mark Lewis
https://spacenews.com/live-event-the-hypersonics-revolution-a-conversation-with-mark-lewis/
Published: March 14, 2025 19:17
Join us Mar. 24 for an exclusive one-on-one live interview with one of the nation's foremost authorities on hypersonics. The post Live Event: The Hypersonics Revolution – A Conversation with Mark Lewis appeared first on SpaceNews.
What’s driving China’s commercial launch industry
https://spacenews.com/whats-driving-chinas-commercial-launch-industry/
Published: March 14, 2025 13:30
Parts of China’s space strategy might not seem directly tied to defense: plans for a joint Chinese-Russian lunar facility, a permanently-crewed space station or a burgeoning quasi-commercial launch sector. It’s […] The post What’s driving China’s…
Where no rover has gone before: how Mars helicopters enable a new era of exploration
Published: March 14, 2025 13:00
One of NASA’s greatest successes of the 21st century thus far came in a very unexpected form: a four-pound helicopter called Ingenuity. Ingenuity created a new Wright Brothers moment when […] The post Where no rover has gone before: how Mars helicopters…
China’s iSpace secures D round funding, targets December orbital launch and landing
Published: March 14, 2025 09:51
HELSINKI — Chinese commercial launch company iSpace has secured new funding as it prepares for a first launch of its Hyperbola-3 reusable rocket. The company, full name Beijing Interstellar Glory […] The post China’s iSpace secures D round funding, targets…
NASA hails Blue Ghost 1 mission as “proof positive” of CLPS program
https://spacenews.com/nasa-hails-blue-ghost-1-mission-as-proof-positive-of-clps-program/
Published: March 14, 2025 09:19
NASA says its program to use commercial spacecraft to deliver payloads to the lunar surface is working well despite just a single fully successful landing in four attempts. The post NASA hails Blue Ghost 1 mission as “proof positive” of CLPS program…
Argotec announces modular satellite platform
https://spacenews.com/argotec-announces-modular-satellite-platform/
Published: March 13, 2025 23:14
Italian smallsat developer Argotec has unveiled a new modular satellite bus design that it believes provides flexibility in accommodating a wide range payloads. The post Argotec announces modular satellite platform appeared first on SpaceNews.
L3Harris taps commercial AI partners for Pentagon’s Golden Dome program
https://spacenews.com/l3harris-taps-commercial-ai-partners-for-pentagons-golden-dome-program/
Published: March 13, 2025 20:40
Golden Dome will require more than just deploying sensors and interceptors. The system needs a 'collaborative autonomous network' The post L3Harris taps commercial AI partners for Pentagon’s Golden Dome program appeared first on SpaceNews.
New FCC space chief seeks licensing reform and “intensive” use of spectrum
https://spacenews.com/new-fcc-space-chief-seeks-licensing-reform-and-intensive-use-of-spectrum/
Published: March 13, 2025 18:35
The new head of the Federal Communications Commission’s space division says his focus will be licensing reform and spectrum access. The post New FCC space chief seeks licensing reform and “intensive” use of spectrum appeared first on SpaceNews.
Join or die: How satellite manufacturers approach competition with SpaceX
https://spacenews.com/join-or-die-how-satellite-manufacturers-approach-competition-with-spacex/
Published: March 13, 2025 17:14
If satellite manufacturers don’t find ways to compete more effectively, SpaceX could dominate their market. The post Join or die: How satellite manufacturers approach competition with SpaceX appeared first on SpaceNews.
When Pixels Become the Priority
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Published: March 13, 2025 15:14
In this week's episode of Space Minds, Dan Smoot, CEO of Maxar Intelligence sits down with host David Ariosto. The post When Pixels Become the Priority appeared first on SpaceNews.
ESA lays foundations for the future of data transmission
https://spacenews.com/esa-lays-foundations-for-the-future-of-data-transmission/
Published: March 13, 2025 13:30
Europe’s investment in HydRON, a multi-orbit optical data relay network, signals a pivotal shift in how data is moved across Earth and beyond. The program aims to transform satellite connectivity, […] The post ESA lays foundations for the future of data…
Multi-orbit operators highlight growth outside Starlink’s spotlight
https://spacenews.com/multi-orbit-operators-push-back-on-starlink-satcoms-dominance-narrative/
Published: March 13, 2025 02:12
While Starlink’s broadband contract wins often grab the spotlight, a panel of multi-orbit operators at the Satellite Conference here highlighted how they are also gaining significant traction with enterprise and government customers. The post Multi-orbit…
RBC Signals adds 10 antennas to global ground-station network
https://spacenews.com/rbc-signals-adds-10-antennas-to-global-ground-station-network/
Published: March 12, 2025 23:57
RBC Signals is acquiring 10 six-meter antennas to expand its ground-station network. The post RBC Signals adds 10 antennas to global ground-station network appeared first on SpaceNews.
Cognitive Space claims two SDA awards
https://spacenews.com/cognitive-space-claims-two-sda-awards/
Published: March 12, 2025 23:13
Cognitive Space will work with the Space Development Agency to optimize missile tracking and network routing. The post Cognitive Space claims two SDA awards appeared first on SpaceNews.
Space Development Agency adjusts satellite procurement strategy
https://spacenews.com/space-development-agency-adjusts-satellite-procurement-strategy/
Published: March 12, 2025 21:46
The agency has found that building a constellation of networked spacecraft is more complex than initially anticipated The post Space Development Agency adjusts satellite procurement strategy appeared first on SpaceNews.
China’s expanding footprint in geostationary orbit raises security concerns
https://spacenews.com/chinas-expanding-footprint-in-geostationary-orbit-raises-security-concerns/
Published: March 12, 2025 19:37
HELSINKI — China is expanding its presence and capabilities in the strategically vital geostationary belt, raising security concerns due to unpredictable satellite movements, according to experts. Participants in a panel […] The post China’s expanding…
Isar Aerospace wins Norwegian Space Agency launch contract
https://spacenews.com/isar-aerospace-wins-norwegian-space-agency-launch-contract/
Published: March 12, 2025 18:26
Isar Aerospace has won a launch contract from the Norwegian Space Agency as the company prepares for its first orbital launch attempt. The post Isar Aerospace wins Norwegian Space Agency launch contract appeared first on SpaceNews.
Manufacturing defect blamed for Vulcan solid rocket motor anomaly
https://spacenews.com/manufacturing-defect-blamed-for-vulcan-solid-rocket-motor-anomaly/
Published: March 12, 2025 16:34
The loss of a solid rocket motor nozzle on the second flight of United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur last October was caused by a manufacturing defect. The post Manufacturing defect blamed for Vulcan solid rocket motor anomaly appeared first on…
America’s next Sputnik moment is already here
https://spacenews.com/americas-next-sputnik-moment-is-already-here/
Published: March 12, 2025 13:30
In Washington’s policy circles, warnings about America’s declining space dominance have become a familiar refrain. Yet these concerns are not mere bureaucratic hand-wringing — they reflect a reality that experts […] The post America’s next Sputnik moment…
Where are we on the journey to a lunar economy?
https://spacenews.com/where-are-we-on-the-journey-to-a-lunar-economy/
Published: March 12, 2025 13:00
Former NASA Administrator and LogiQ co-president Mike Griffin framed it best: “the question about the vision for space exploration boils down to whether we want to incorporate the solar system in […] The post Where are we on the journey to a lunar economy?…
China opens 2028 Mars sample return mission to international cooperation
https://spacenews.com/china-opens-2028-mars-sample-return-mission-to-international-cooperation/
Published: March 12, 2025 11:36
HELSINKI — China is inviting interested parties to submit proposals to join the country’s pioneering Mars sample return mission, due to launch in late 2028. The China National Space Administration […] The post China opens 2028 Mars sample return mission to…
Intelsat secures first customer for communications system aimed at border security
Published: March 12, 2025 11:00
The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office in Arizona will deploy Intelsat’s Multi-Layer Communication System (MLCS) along the U.S.-Mexico border. The post Intelsat secures first customer for communications system aimed at border security appeared first on…
Bridenstine urges Senate to quickly confirm Isaacman as NASA administrator
https://spacenews.com/bridenstine-urges-senate-to-quickly-confirm-isaacman-as-nasa-administrator/
Published: March 12, 2025 09:52
Former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine called on the Senate to quickly confirm Jared Isaacman for the post, saying he has “all the tools” to lead the space agency. The post Bridenstine urges Senate to quickly confirm Isaacman as NASA administrator…
Falcon 9 launches NASA astrophysics and heliophysics missions
https://spacenews.com/falcon-9-launches-nasa-astrophysics-and-heliophysics-missions/
Published: March 12, 2025 08:00
A Falcon 9 launched a pair of NASA science missions March 11 that will explore the infrared universe and study the solar wind. The post Falcon 9 launches NASA astrophysics and heliophysics missions appeared first on SpaceNews.
Boeing remains committed to space business
https://spacenews.com/boeing-remains-committed-to-space-business/
Published: March 12, 2025 02:24
Despite rumors to the contrary, Boeing is not preparing to exit the space business, an executive said. The post Boeing remains committed to space business appeared first on SpaceNews.
Rocket Lab to expand into laser communications with Mynaric acquisition
https://spacenews.com/rocket-lab-to-expand-into-laser-communications-with-mynaric-acquisition/
Published: March 12, 2025 02:02
Rocket Lab announced plans March 11 to buy its optical communications terminal supplier Mynaric, which entered restructuring last month following production delays and supply chain issues. The post Rocket Lab to expand into laser communications with…
Space Force eyes commercial satellites to boost surveillance in geostationary orbit
Published: March 11, 2025 21:47
The U.S. Space Force will evaluate commercial alternatives to its bespoke military surveillance satellites in geostationary orbit. The post Space Force eyes commercial satellites to boost surveillance in geostationary orbit appeared first on SpaceNews.
Long March 8 launches Thousand Sails satellites from commercial spaceport
https://spacenews.com/long-march-8-launches-thousand-sails-satellites-from-commercial-spaceport/
Published: March 11, 2025 18:46
HELSINKI — A new group of 18 satellites entered orbit Tuesday for the Thousand Sails constellation with the first launch from a new commercial launch pad. A Long March 8 […] The post Long March 8 launches Thousand Sails satellites from commercial spaceport…
Arianespace sees stronger institutional demand for Ariane 6 amid shifting geopolitics
Published: March 11, 2025 17:51
The successful second flight of Europe’s Ariane 6 has become an opportunity for European officials to highlight the need for “strategic autonomy” in space. The post Arianespace sees stronger institutional demand for Ariane 6 amid shifting geopolitics…
Viasat and Space42 co-invest in shared direct-to-device satellite prototype
https://spacenews.com/viasat-and-space42-co-invest-in-shared-direct-to-device-satellite-prototype/
Published: March 11, 2025 16:44
Mobile satellite service operators Viasat and Space42 are exploring shared multi-orbit infrastructure to enhance and expand their direct-to-device connectivity services worldwide. The post Viasat and Space42 co-invest in shared direct-to-device satellite…
Working around ongoing supply-chain bottlenecks
https://spacenews.com/working-around-ongoing-supply-chain-bottlenecks/
Published: March 11, 2025 13:33
Difficulty acquiring propulsion systems and laser communications systems continue to vex satellite manufacturers. The post Working around ongoing supply-chain bottlenecks appeared first on SpaceNews.
Planetary defense may get a boost from Jared Isaacman
https://spacenews.com/planetary-defense-may-get-a-boost-from-jared-isaacman/
Published: March 11, 2025 13:30
In late December, a telescope in Chile discovered a small asteroid given the designation 2024 YR4. About a month later, initial observations of the asteroid, estimated to be 40 to […] The post Planetary defense may get a boost from Jared Isaacman appeared…
Overwatch x Rescue Expands Lifesaving Services to More Satellite Enabled Devices
Published: March 11, 2025 13:00
MEDIA CONTACTDomenica Orellana+1 (315) 8028577media@wwfocus.com MIAMI, FLA. – March 11, 2025 – Overwatch x RescueTM (OxR), the emergency SOS subscription service by FocusPoint International–a global leader in critical incident management […] The post…
Bringing Mars to Earth: solving Mars Sample Return
https://spacenews.com/bringing-mars-to-earth-solving-mars-sample-return/
Published: March 11, 2025 13:00
Today we stand on the threshold of one of the most exciting moments in the history of space exploration: bringing a piece of another planet in our solar system back […] The post Bringing Mars to Earth: solving Mars Sample Return appeared first on…
Momentus and Solstar to offer on-demand communications for Vigoride
https://spacenews.com/momentus-and-solstar-to-offer-on-demand-communications-for-vigoride/
Published: March 11, 2025 12:00
Momentus will provide Vigoride space tug customers with on-demand connectivity through a partnership with Solstar Space. The post Momentus and Solstar to offer on-demand communications for Vigoride appeared first on SpaceNews.
Intelsat CEO reveals separate bet on Lynk Global amid SES merger
https://spacenews.com/intelsat-ceo-reveals-separate-bet-on-lynk-global-amid-ses-merger/
Published: March 11, 2025 02:25
Merging satellite operators SES and Intelsat independently invested in direct-to-device venture Lynk Global without knowing about the other’s decision. The post Intelsat CEO reveals separate bet on Lynk Global amid SES merger appeared first on SpaceNews.
Evolving threats from cyber to lasers and jammers
https://spacenews.com/evolving-threats-from-cyber-to-lasers-and-jammers/
Published: March 10, 2025 22:58
Satellites are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattack, damage caused by laser weapons and jamming. The post Evolving threats from cyber to lasers and jammers appeared first on SpaceNews.
Intelligence agency copes with workforce reductions amid AI modernization
https://spacenews.com/intelligence-agency-copes-with-workforce-reductions-amid-ai-modernization/
Published: March 10, 2025 22:18
"There is nothing like mission to help people stay focused no matter what else is going on," said Vice Adm. Frank Whitworth. The post Intelligence agency copes with workforce reductions amid AI modernization appeared first on SpaceNews.
Relativity names Eric Schmidt as CEO as it updates Terran R development
https://spacenews.com/relativity-names-eric-schmidt-as-ceo-as-it-updates-terran-r-development/
Published: March 10, 2025 21:11
The former CEO of Google is taking a stake in, and becoming CEO of, Relativity Space as that launch vehicle company advances work on its Terran R rocket. The post Relativity names Eric Schmidt as CEO as it updates Terran R development appeared first on…
Emerging launch companies see strong demand but look for government support
https://spacenews.com/emerging-launch-companies-see-strong-demand-but-look-for-government-support/
Published: March 10, 2025 20:07
Emerging launch providers argue there is plenty of demand, but are looking to the government to back up its rhetoric for assured access to space. The post Emerging launch companies see strong demand but look for government support appeared first on…
SES invests in Lynk Global to break into direct-to-device market
https://spacenews.com/ses-invests-in-lynk-global-to-break-into-direct-to-device-market/
Published: March 10, 2025 18:33
SES is investing in Lynk Global’s LEO constellation to expand into the emerging direct-to-device connectivity market. The post SES invests in Lynk Global to break into direct-to-device market appeared first on SpaceNews.
NASA closes offices, lays off staff as it prepares for larger workforce reductions
Published: March 10, 2025 17:02
NASA is closing three offices and laying off their staff as a first step in broader workforce reductions at the agency ordered by the Trump administration. The post NASA closes offices, lays off staff as it prepares for larger workforce reductions appeared…
Space Symposium to break records
https://spacenews.com/space-symposium-to-break-records/
Published: March 10, 2025 17:00
A record number of exhibitors are confirmed for the 40th Space Symposium at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs. The post Space Symposium to break records appeared first on SpaceNews.
Voyager, Palantir deepen alliance to develop military space tech
https://spacenews.com/voyager-palantir-deepen-alliance-to-develop-military-space-tech/
Published: March 10, 2025 15:00
The collaboration with Palantir aims to produce specialized payloads for space domain awareness The post Voyager, Palantir deepen alliance to develop military space tech appeared first on SpaceNews.
Space M&A poised for takeoff in 2025
https://spacenews.com/space-ma-poised-for-takeoff-in-2025/
Published: March 10, 2025 13:30
Pent-up deal activity from 2024 looks set to spill into 2025, potentially making it the busiest period for space mergers and acquisitions in years. “The interesting thing from my perspective […] The post Space M&A poised for takeoff in 2025 appeared first…
SpaceWERX selects eight companies for $440 million in public-private partnerships
Published: March 10, 2025 13:05
Albedo, Beast Code, CesiumAstro, Gravitics, LeoLabs, Rise8, Umbra and Xona won Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI) agreements The post SpaceWERX selects eight companies for $440 million in public-private partnerships appeared first on SpaceNews.
LeoLabs wins contract to deploy space-monitoring radar in Indo-Pacific region
https://spacenews.com/leolabs-wins-contract-to-deploy-space-monitoring-radar-in-indo-pacific-region/
Published: March 10, 2025 13:01
The space monitoring firm won a SpaceWERX Strategic Funding Increase (STRATFI) public-private agreement The post LeoLabs wins contract to deploy space-monitoring radar in Indo-Pacific region appeared first on SpaceNews.
America needs a strong NASA
https://spacenews.com/america-needs-a-strong-nasa/
Published: March 10, 2025 13:00
As United States government agencies go, NASA is unique. It remains the only entity in the world to have landed humans on the moon. It sent robotic probes to every […] The post America needs a strong NASA appeared first on SpaceNews.
Rivada eyes U.S. government contracts as it prepares to deploy 600-satellite network
Published: March 10, 2025 12:45
The company announced plans to launch test satellites for its low-Earth orbit constellation in 2026, The post Rivada eyes U.S. government contracts as it prepares to deploy 600-satellite network appeared first on SpaceNews.
Thales Alenia Space wins SKY Perfect JSAT order in tight GEO market
https://spacenews.com/thales-alenia-space-wins-sky-perfect-jsat-order-in-tight-geo-market/
Published: March 10, 2025 12:28
Japan’s SKY Perfect JSAT has ordered a satellite from Thales Alenia Space to sustain its geostationary services, marking the European manufacturer’s second commercial contract this year in an increasingly competitive market. The post Thales Alenia Space…
Cygnus issue causes changes in ISS cargo missions
https://spacenews.com/cygnus-issue-causes-changes-in-iss-cargo-missions/
Published: March 10, 2025 11:01
Potential damage to a Northrop Grumman Cygnus cargo spacecraft has led NASA to revise the manifest of an upcoming cargo Dragon mission to the ISS. The post Cygnus issue causes changes in ISS cargo missions appeared first on SpaceNews.
Deep Blue Aerospace raises new funds, targets mid-year orbital launch
https://spacenews.com/deep-blue-aerospace-raises-new-funds-targets-mid-year-orbital-launch/
Published: March 10, 2025 10:58
HELSINKI — Chinese launch startup Deep Blue Aerospace has secured fresh funding as it prepares for a first orbital launch and recovery attempt in mid-2025. The funding round totalled nearly […] The post Deep Blue Aerospace raises new funds, targets…
Swissto12 to build small Asia-focused direct-to-device GEO satellite
https://spacenews.com/swissto12-to-build-small-asia-focused-direct-to-device-geo-satellite/
Published: March 10, 2025 10:05
Singapore’s Astrum Mobile has ordered a small satellite from Swissto12 to deliver resilient, low-bandwidth multimedia and connectivity services directly to devices across Asia from geostationary orbit. The post Swissto12 to build small Asia-focused…
Trump says Mars missions are of interest but not a top priority
https://spacenews.com/trump-says-mars-missions-are-of-interest-but-not-a-top-priority/
Published: March 10, 2025 01:05
President Trump says a human mission to Mars is of interest to him but is not a “number one” priority, amid concerns about NASA budget cuts. The post Trump says Mars missions are of interest but not a top priority appeared first on SpaceNews.
China expands secretive satellite series with launch of TJS-15
https://spacenews.com/china-expands-secretive-satellite-series-with-launch-of-tjs-15/
Published: March 9, 2025 22:18
HELSINKI — China launched the latest in a series classified satellites into geosynchronous transfer orbit Sunday while disclosing little about the spacecraft. A Long March 3B rocket lifted off at […] The post China expands secretive satellite series with…
Tracking DOGE’s impact on space and the federal workforce
https://spacenews.com/tracking-doges-impact-on-space-and-the-federal-workforce/
Published: March 9, 2025 10:00
The White House and the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency have spent the first weeks of Donald Trump’s new administration looking to reduce the number of federal workers and […] The post Tracking DOGE’s impact on space and the federal…
Fuel leak blamed for Falcon 9 booster loss after landing
https://spacenews.com/fuel-leak-blamed-for-falcon-9-booster-loss-after-landing/
Published: March 8, 2025 15:40
A Falcon 9 booster that was destroyed after landing March 2 suffered a fuel leak during its flight that triggered a fire. The post Fuel leak blamed for Falcon 9 booster loss after landing appeared first on SpaceNews.