Astra Space, Inc. (“Astra”) (Nasdaq: ASTR) and SaxaVord UK Spaceport are partnering to increase access to space by providing dedicated orbital launch services to a growing satellite market. Subject to the entry of definitive agreements and regulatory approvals, rocket launches are expected to start in 2023. With a flexible, mobile approach, Astra can transport and […]
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U.S. Space Force To Use ViaLite’s Wideband Links For Satellite Backhaul
With their ability to operate simultaneously across the L- and S-bands Wideband fiber optic links from ViaLite are to be used in the backhaul network for the US Space Force’s (USSF) new satellite mesh network. The USSF’s initial Tranche 0 constellation will be comprised of 20 transport satellites that will send data to defense-based assets […]
OneWeb + Telefónica Global Solutions MoU To Improve European + LATAM Connectivity
OneWeb and Telefonica through, Telefónica Global Solutions (TGS), the subsidiary of global telecommunications company Telefónica, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve connectivity services across Europe and Latin America. The collaboration arrangement between OneWeb and TGS comes as the need to expand modern, digital infrastructure has become a priority for governments, businesses and communities across […]
CACI Awarded DARPA Contract For Mission Software Development
CACI International Inc. (NYSE: CACI) was awarded a $20.4 million contract to provide technology, research, development, and innovation in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Mission-Integrated Network Control (MINC) program. MINC leverages software-defined networking (SDN) technology for remote, intelligent control of heterogeneous networks. This mission technology contract was awarded in CACI’s third […]
Continuing Their Support For USAF Geospatial Intelligence Is Raytheon Intelligence & Space
Raytheon Intelligence & Space, a Raytheon Technologies business, has been awarded a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to continue Geospatial Intelligence system mission support and training for the U.S. Air Force’s Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCG) and Air National Guard (ANG) locations, worldwide. Under the DCGS GEOINT Field Support contract, RI&S will […]
SSC Awards TacRS-3 Task Order On OSP-4 Program To Emerging Small Launch Providers
The U.S. Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP) has released a solicitation for the Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS-3) launch service. The launch service designation has been changed from “TacRL-3” to “TacRS-3” to emphasize that these efforts are broader than only launch and are focused on enabling comprehensive space capabilities […]
Astrobotic’s $1.5M From NASA To Provide Mature Satellite Servicing And Hazard Detection Systems For Space
Astrobotic’s HazNet system leverages hardware acceleration and machine learning to produce real-time hazard maps of potential celestial landing sites, and LiDAR-based solutions to map planetary bodies, service satellites, and detect hazards in space. Astrobotic has won two NASA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contracts worth $1.5 million to further advance novel Laser Imaging, […]
Viasat’s IFC System Selected By Southwest Airlines For Factory-Installation On All New Aircraft
Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) has announced that Southwest Airlines Co. has selected the Company’s next generation, Ka-band satellite, in-flight connectivity (IFC) system to be factory-installed on all new aircraft deliveries, starting this fall. By selecting Viasat’s industry-leading solution for its new aircraft, Southwest Airlines will provide customers enhanced internet capabilities while onboard, including the ability […]
Kepler To Provide On-Orbit High-Capacity Data Service To Spire Global
Kepler Communications has signed a contract with Spire Global Inc. (“Spire”) (NYSE: SPIR) to provide high-capacity, Ku-band Service to the company’s satellites. Through this contract, Spire will gain access to Kepler’s Ku-band technology, enabling the company to provide additional value to space services customers. The agreement will see Spire install Kepler’s Ku-band payload on three […]
OneWeb Appoints Three New Leaders To The Company’s Mobility Team
OneWeb as strengthened its Mobility team under VP Mobility Services Ben Griffin with a trio of experienced professionals – in the UK and USA. OneWeb is ramping up its work to deliver high-speed, unparalleled low latency, reliable connectivity across all mobility platforms, including commercial and business aviation, land and marine. OneWeb’s LEO constellation of more […]