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Vast's Haven-1 enters assembly and integration as first commercial space station nears launch

Vast's Haven-1, promoted as the world's first commercial space station, has entered assembly and integration ahead of a planned launch. The company says it has “a very strong incentive” to fly a crew as soon as it can be done safely, positioning Haven-1 as a step toward continuous human presence in LEO.

2026-01-20T07:11:51.884967-08:00

Space Intel Report

ESA details $5.45B ministerial allocation for space transportation to boost European launch sector

2026-01-20T13:28:11.212117-08:00

SpaceWatch Africa

BlackSky secures multiple renewals and expansion contracts for Gen‑3 satellite program across Americas, Asia and Europe

2026-01-20T08:17:30.203770-08:00

Via Satellite

Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

2026-01-20T13:08:03.696971-08:00

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Space Foundation to host Innovate Space: Finance Forum with Texas Space Commission The Space Foundation will host Innovate Space: Finance Forum in partnership with the Texas Space Commission. The forum is positioned as a finance-focused convening for the commercial space sector, addressing capital, investment trends and funding mechanisms that underpin industry growth.

2026-01-20T13:37:14.711074-08:00

Space Foundation to host Innovate Space: Finance Forum with Texas Space Commission

Space Intel Report

ESA details $5.45B ministerial allocation for space transportation to boost European launch sector ESA has outlined how $5.45 billion committed at its November ministerial will be spent on space transportation, directing funding to launcher development, industrialisation, and flight infrastructure. The breakdown aims to accelerate Europe’s small- and medium‑launcher capabilities and strengthen commercial competitiveness.

2026-01-20T13:28:11.212117-08:00

ESA details $5.45B ministerial allocation for space transportation to boost European launch sector

Via Satellite

Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator Gilat Satellite Networks' Commercial Division secured an approximately $11 million contract to supply its SkyEdge ground platform to a leading, unnamed satellite operator in the Asia-Pacific region. The order reinforces demand for Gilat's ground infrastructure among regional operators and expands its commercial backlog.

2026-01-20T13:08:03.696971-08:00

Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

Space.com

Blue Origin targets Jan. 22 NS-38 New Shepard crewed suborbital flight with six passengers Blue Origin has set Jan. 22 for NS-38, the 17th crewed New Shepard flight, carrying six announced passengers on a short suborbital hop. The launch is the company's first crewed flight of 2026 and continues its commercial suborbital passenger operations.

2026-01-20T12:04:26.147354-08:00

Blue Origin targets Jan. 22 NS-38 New Shepard crewed suborbital flight with six passengers

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Senators introduce NASA Talent Exchange Program Act to boost NASA–industry workforce collaboration A bipartisan bill, the NASA Talent Exchange Program Act, was introduced to formalize staff exchanges between NASA and commercial space firms. The legislation would permit temporary assignments of agency and industry personnel to one another to deepen skills transfer, operational understanding and public–private collaboration.

2026-01-20T10:54:12.375081-08:00

Senators introduce NASA Talent Exchange Program Act to boost NASA–industry workforce collaboration

SpaceWatch Africa

BlackSky secures multiple renewals and expansion contracts for Gen‑3 satellite program across Americas, Asia and Europe BlackSky has converted early-access Gen‑3 pilot programs into multiple renewal and expansion contracts with customers across the Americas, Asia and Europe. The deals broaden commitments to its Gen‑3 satellite program and extend commercial access to high‑cadence, very‑high‑resolution LEO imaging and geospatial services.

2026-01-20T08:17:30.203770-08:00

BlackSky secures multiple renewals and expansion contracts for Gen‑3 satellite program across Americas, Asia and Europe

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Vast's Haven-1 enters assembly and integration as first commercial space station nears launch Vast's Haven-1, promoted as the world's first commercial space station, has entered assembly and integration ahead of a planned launch. The company says it has “a very strong incentive” to fly a crew as soon as it can be done safely, positioning Haven-1 as a step toward continuous human presence in LEO.

2026-01-20T07:11:51.884967-08:00

Vast's Haven-1 enters assembly and integration as first commercial space station nears launch

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Washington Harbour expands space investments with ground services acquisition Washington Harbour has expanded its space-sector portfolio by acquiring a ground services provider, marking a strategic move into operational support for space missions. The deal broadens the firm's exposure to commercial space infrastructure and service capabilities within the growing space ecosystem.

2026-01-20T06:19:20.004520-08:00

Washington Harbour expands space investments with ground services acquisition

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Vast's Haven-1 enters assembly and integration as first commercial space station nears launch

ESA details $5.45B ministerial allocation for space transportation to boost European launch sector

BlackSky secures multiple renewals and expansion contracts for Gen‑3 satellite program across Americas, Asia and Europe

Gilat wins approximately $11M SkyEdge platform order from leading Asia-Pacific satellite operator

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