Lynk + Omnispace reveal plans to merge to deliver global D2D connectivity with partner SES
Lynk Global and Omnispace plans to merge to deliver a comprehensive, Direct-to-Device (D2D), connectivity solution, bridging the gap between today’s satellite and terrestrial networks. Following the merger, SES will become a major strategic shareholder, facilitating a robust deployment of D2D ...
Rocket Lab’s next Electron Launch will be the 6th mission for iQPS
Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) has announced the launch window for its next mission for multi-launch customer, Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, Inc. (iQPS), a Japan-based Earth imaging company—this mission will be Electron’s 74th launch to date and 16th ...
INNOSPACE obtains launch authorization for 1st commercial launch mission ‘SPACEWARD’
INNOSPACE (KS:462350), a South Korean satellite launch service company, announced that it has become the first private company to obtain a commercial launch authorization from the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA)—with this authorization, INNOSPACE has completed all approval procedures for the maiden ...
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Orion Spacecraft completes major stacking milestone ahead of Artemis II mission
In a move signifying mission readiness, NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) team recently joined and connected the Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT)-developed Orion spacecraft with the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket for the upcoming Artemis II mission. The Orion spacecraft, named ...
Quantum Dynamics Enterprises granted U.S. Patent for mechanical propellant-less propulsion system
Quantum Dynamics Enterprises, Inc. (QDE) has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has officially issued U.S. Patent No. 12,424,887 that covers the company's breakthrough Centrifugal Impulse Drive (CID™) — the world's first patented mechanical propulsion system ...
ESA’s Arctic Weather satellite adds power to forecasts
Although ESA’s small Arctic Weather Satellite was built as a demonstrator for future constellation called EPS-Sterna, the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts is now incorporating its data into its operational weather forecast system—highlighting the fact that small satellites delivered ...
Falcon 9 launches SpainSat NG II from the Cape on Thursday to secure military communications
On Thursday, October 23 SpaceX's Falcon 9’s launched the SpainSat NG II mission to a geosynchronous transfer orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The SpainSat NG I & II replace the ...
Arianespace plans November 4 launch of Copernicus Sentinel-1D, why two satellites are better than one
Copernicus Sentinel-1D team group photo The Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission is soon get its fourth satellite after having undergone the checks and functional tests prior to its integration with Ariane 6. Plans for the launch are on Tuesday, 4 November 2025 ...
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales sign MoU to create a leading European player in space
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales sign Memorandum of Understanding to create a leading European player in space These companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at combining their respective space activities into a new company. By joining forces, Airbus, ...
Decisions and announcements following the 337th ESA Council
The 337th meeting of ESA Council occurred at the European Space Agency’s headquarters in Paris on October 23rd and 24th, 2025. As detailed separately, Cyprus has signed its Associate Agreement and following the ratification process will become an Associate Member ...
Top Teleport Operators of 2025
For more than 20 years, the World Teleport Association (WTA) has published the world’s only rankings of top teleport operating companies. This is your chance to have your company appear in the Top Operators of 2025 rankings! From the data ...
Silicon Valley Space Week is in session starting on October 28th… only 2 days remaining to register
SVSW provides a powerful platform to elevate your brand, generate leads, and position your company as a key player in the space industry. With flexible sponsorship and exhibit options, it creates a high-impact environment to connect with the right audience ...
Canada strengthening climate resilience through space science and innovation
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe. Heatwaves, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes are affecting lives, economies, and ecosystems around the world. Canadians need reliable environmental data to adapt and plan for these changing conditions, especially in the Arctic ...
