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Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal

A Chinese commercial startup has completed an on-orbit demonstration of a flexible robotic arm, validating technology for satellite manipulation. The test advances practical capabilities for in‑orbit servicing, refuelling and active debris removal, a step toward commercial orbital maintenance and logistics.

2026-04-01T01:12:27.173468-07:00

FlightGlobal

MizarVision publicly tracked U.S. F-22s, C2 aircraft and carrier groups during Operation Epic Fury

2026-03-31T08:55:34.363651-07:00

SpaceNews.com

China targets 140 launches in 2026 amid commercial space surge

2026-03-31T03:38:33.084827-07:00

Reuters

GalaxySpace begins IPO 'tutoring' as China nudges private space firms to list

2026-03-30T22:10:51.135707-07:00

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

October 3, 2024 - China's aviation industry in September 2024 expanded international routes, advanced the COMAC C919, and navigated competitive pressures. Read More.

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CAS Space debuts Chinese commercial launcher, tests on‑orbit servicing and outlines deep‑space plans China’s CAS Space unveiled the first flight of a new series of commercial launchers and reported tests of on‑orbit servicing technologies, while Beijing outlined a suite of future deep‑space missions. The developments underscore a coordinated push to expand domestic launch capacity and in‑orbit capabilities for civil and commercial programs.

2026-04-01T04:01:32.659457-07:00

CAS Space debuts Chinese commercial launcher, tests on‑orbit servicing and outlines deep‑space plans

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Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal A Chinese commercial startup has completed an on-orbit demonstration of a flexible robotic arm, validating technology for satellite manipulation. The test advances practical capabilities for in‑orbit servicing, refuelling and active debris removal, a step toward commercial orbital maintenance and logistics.

2026-04-01T01:12:27.173468-07:00

Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal

FlightGlobal

MizarVision publicly tracked U.S. F-22s, C2 aircraft and carrier groups during Operation Epic Fury Shanghai-based MizarVision, a commercial geospatial-intelligence firm, publicly posted satellite imagery tracking U.S. military movements during Operation Epic Fury — identifying locations of F-22 fighters, command-and-control aircraft and carrier strike groups. Some published sites were later struck in Iranian retaliation.

2026-03-31T08:55:34.363651-07:00

MizarVision publicly tracked U.S. F-22s, C2 aircraft and carrier groups during Operation Epic Fury

SpaceNews.com

China targets 140 launches in 2026 amid commercial space surge China plans around 140 orbital launches in 2026, according to a commercial launch executive, marking a sharp acceleration in launch cadence as its commercial space sector surges. The target increases available capacity for satellite deployments and signals intensified competition in global launch markets.

2026-03-31T03:38:33.084827-07:00

China targets 140 launches in 2026 amid commercial space surge

Reuters

GalaxySpace begins IPO 'tutoring' as China nudges private space firms to list Chinese satellite maker GalaxySpace has entered a formal 'tutoring' process ahead of a potential initial public offering, state media reported. The step is the latest example of private-space companies preparing to tap domestic capital markets as Beijing pushes commercialization and scale-up.

2026-03-30T22:10:51.135707-07:00

GalaxySpace begins IPO 'tutoring' as China nudges private space firms to list

SpaceNews.com

CAS Space's Kinetica-2 maiden flight places Qingzhou cargo prototype and two rideshares into orbit CAS Space's Kinetica-2 completed a successful maiden flight Monday, placing a prototype Qingzhou cargo spacecraft into orbit alongside two small rideshare satellites. The mission marks the debut of the Kinetica-2 launcher and the Qingzhou cargo demonstrator's first orbital test.

2026-03-30T08:58:00.406112-07:00

CAS Space's Kinetica-2 maiden flight places Qingzhou cargo prototype and two rideshares into orbit

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China Southern returns to profit in 2025 as Air China posts wider losses; Shandong to lease 10 Boeing 737s China Southern reported a 2025 net profit of CNY857 million — its first annual profit since 2019 — credited to operational improvements and tighter cost control. Meanwhile Air China posted a wider 2025 net loss and Shandong Airlines will lease 10 Boeing 737-family aircraft with deliveries from 2026.

2026-03-30T05:16:06.009796-07:00

China Southern returns to profit in 2025 as Air China posts wider losses; Shandong to lease 10 Boeing 737s

Reuters

China deploys jets-turned-attack drones to six bases near Taiwan Strait, Mitchell report A Mitchell Institute report says China has stationed obsolete supersonic fighters converted into one-way attack drones at six air bases close to the Taiwan Strait. The deployments repurpose legacy airframes into attritable strike assets positioned directly opposite Taiwan.

2026-03-26T23:10:59.801657-07:00

China deploys jets-turned-attack drones to six bases near Taiwan Strait, Mitchell report

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Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal

MizarVision publicly tracked U.S. F-22s, C2 aircraft and carrier groups during Operation Epic Fury

China targets 140 launches in 2026 amid commercial space surge

GalaxySpace begins IPO 'tutoring' as China nudges private space firms to list

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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