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Satellogic to launch six additional Earth-observation satellites for U.S. Navy research program

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Satellogic has agreed with Innovative Defense Technologies to launch six additional Earth-observation satellites for the U.S. Office of Naval Research’s Slingshot III program. The agreement expands the satellite contribution to a U.S. defense-linked program focused on space-based Earth observation.

Discovered 2026-09-14T05:16:36.719062-07:00 | 2026-09-14T05:16:36.719062-07:00

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  • The agreement adds six Earth-observation satellites to the Office of Naval Research’s Slingshot III program, increasing the program’s planned space-based sensing capacity.
  • The deal highlights the role of commercial satellite operators in supporting U.S. defense and naval research initiatives.
  • Innovative Defense Technologies’ involvement underscores the importance of partnerships between commercial space providers and defense-focused technology companies.

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