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IFC providers endorse “least cost routing” and a multi-vendor power model as airlines revisit inflight connectivity spend

In-flight connectivity (IFC) suppliers say they are ready to support a flexible, multi-vendor environment if airlines adopt a “least cost routing” approach—mirroring cruise-industry practices for cost-optimized connectivity. The shift raises the bar for interoperability and may change contracting leverage and architecture decisions across IFC programs.

2026-05-10T15:23:49.462384-07:00

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Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics

2026-05-08T14:20:22.810713-07:00

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SatVu’s HotSat-2 delivers first-light thermal imagery, signaling operational start for its high-resolution thermal intelligence

2026-05-07T20:11:29.782075-07:00

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OHB SE reports record Q1 backlog, double-digit revenue/profit gains as German and European government funding converts into cont

2026-05-08T08:49:59.369831-07:00

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IFC providers endorse “least cost routing” and a multi-vendor power model as airlines revisit inflight connectivity spend In-flight connectivity (IFC) suppliers say they are ready to support a flexible, multi-vendor environment if airlines adopt a “least cost routing” approach—mirroring cruise-industry practices for cost-optimized connectivity. The shift raises the bar for interoperability and may change contracting leverage and architecture decisions across IFC programs.

2026-05-10T15:23:49.462384-07:00

IFC providers endorse “least cost routing” and a multi-vendor power model as airlines revisit inflight connectivity spend

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Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics Rocket Lab shares surged 34% in its best day ever after the company reported record quarterly revenue in Q1 2026 and momentum ahead of Neutron’s next steps. Rocket Lab also agreed to acquire Motiv Space Systems to deepen space robotics and won a $30 million Anduril contract for multiple hypersonic HASTE test flights.

2026-05-08T14:20:22.810713-07:00

Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics

Space Intel Report

Thaicom reports 9.2% drop in satellite service revenue; eyes iPStar/Thaicom 4 retirement Thaicom says satellite service revenue fell 9.2% for the three months ended March 31, attributing the decline to continued weaker broadcast revenue, even as profit rose in its satellite division. The operator also points to the summer retirement of iPStar/Thaicom 4 as a near-term fleet inflection point.

2026-05-08T12:36:54.011419-07:00

Thaicom reports 9.2% drop in satellite service revenue; eyes iPStar/Thaicom 4 retirement

Space Intel Report

OHB SE reports record Q1 backlog, double-digit revenue/profit gains as German and European government funding converts into cont Space hardware prime contractor OHB SE says it logged a record backlog and delivered double-digit increases in revenue, profit, EBITDA and cash for the quarter ended March 31, and expects further growth as German and other European government funding translates into additional contracts. The company frames its near-term outlook around continued defence- and space-led demand.

2026-05-08T08:49:59.369831-07:00

OHB SE reports record Q1 backlog, double-digit revenue/profit gains as German and European government funding converts into cont

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HPS & LSS land major antenna reflector contract, shifting satellite reflector systems from development toward global commercial European firms HPS and LSS have secured a contract for satellite reflector systems, a milestone described as moving the technology from development into entry-level participation in global commercial space markets.

2026-05-08T06:31:50.770374-07:00

HPS & LSS land major antenna reflector contract, shifting satellite reflector systems from development toward global commercial

SpaceWatch Global

Planet Labs signs 2-year, 7-figure deal with Greek government for National Satellite Space Project Planet Labs Germany has entered a two-year, seven-figure agreement with the Greek government to support the country’s National Satellite Space Project. The contract underscores continued momentum for commercially enabled, government-backed satellite capabilities and services in Europe.

2026-05-08T04:02:42.904120-07:00

Planet Labs signs 2-year, 7-figure deal with Greek government for National Satellite Space Project

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SatVu’s HotSat-2 delivers first-light thermal imagery, signaling operational start for its high-resolution thermal intelligence SatVu has released first-light imagery from HotSat-2, its second satellite in a commercial high-resolution thermal imaging constellation. The initial “shakedown” imagery reportedly shows live thermal activity at three strategic energy sites spanning Cuba, India and Australia—marking a shift from development into operational thermal intelligence.

2026-05-07T20:11:29.782075-07:00

SatVu’s HotSat-2 delivers first-light thermal imagery, signaling operational start for its high-resolution thermal intelligence

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HawkEye 360 prices $416M IPO, turning into the second public space company of the year HawkEye 360 has raised $416 million in its initial public offering, pricing at the high end of the range. The space-based RF geolocation and signals-intelligence provider becomes the second space company to go public this year, extending its path from IPO filing and roadshow to a full Nasdaq listing.

2026-05-07T13:25:37.705880-07:00

HawkEye 360 prices $416M IPO, turning into the second public space company of the year

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IFC providers endorse “least cost routing” and a multi-vendor power model as airlines revisit inflight connectivity spend

Rocket Lab stock jumps after record Q1 revenue; Neutron momentum drives $30M HASTE hypersonic contract and Motiv Space robotics

SatVu’s HotSat-2 delivers first-light thermal imagery, signaling operational start for its high-resolution thermal intelligence

OHB SE reports record Q1 backlog, double-digit revenue/profit gains as German and European government funding converts into cont

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