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NASA, SpaceX target CRS-33 launch of Cargo Dragon with new trunk propulsion to boost ISS orbit

NASA and SpaceX are targeting a predawn liftoff of CRS‑33, a Cargo Dragon carrying about 5,070 lb (2,300 kg) of supplies from SLC‑40 at Cape Canaveral. The vehicle features a new propulsion system installed in its unpressurized trunk to perform ISS orbit-boosts and will remain docked for roughly five months.

2025-08-23T05:29:03.811144-07:00

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Gilat wins >$60M order for Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder IFC terminals to accelerate multi‑orbit, linefit rollouts

2025-08-20T05:11:52.069737-07:00

Via Satellite

Ariane 6 Deploys First MetOp-SG A1 with Sentinel-5, Kicking Off Next-Gen Weather Monitoring

2025-08-12T19:03:15.300000-07:00

Spaceflight Now

ULA’s Vulcan Rocket Set for First Space Force National Security Mission

2025-08-12T04:40:42.517167-07:00

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China demonstrates daylight laser targeting of Moon-orbit satellite, raising comms and security questions China has demonstrated a daylight laser targeting capability against a Moon-orbiting satellite, claiming accuracy likened to hitting a single hair from more than six miles away. Beijing says the technique improves communications and navigation links for lunar operations, while also prompting dual-use security concerns.

2025-08-24T14:56:57.989707-07:00

China demonstrates daylight laser targeting of Moon-orbit satellite, raising comms and security questions

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Abu Dhabi’s Space42 in talks to raise funds to scale AI-powered mapping across Africa Abu Dhabi-based Space42 is in talks to raise fresh capital to accelerate its AI-powered satellite mapping initiative across Africa, aiming to deliver high-resolution, real-time maps and analytics for planners and emergency responders in all 54 countries. The push follows a $695.5m ECA-backed financing round for new communications satellites.

2025-08-23T21:24:13.095963-07:00

Abu Dhabi’s Space42 in talks to raise funds to scale AI-powered mapping across Africa

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NASA, SpaceX target CRS-33 launch of Cargo Dragon with new trunk propulsion to boost ISS orbit NASA and SpaceX are targeting a predawn liftoff of CRS‑33, a Cargo Dragon carrying about 5,070 lb (2,300 kg) of supplies from SLC‑40 at Cape Canaveral. The vehicle features a new propulsion system installed in its unpressurized trunk to perform ISS orbit-boosts and will remain docked for roughly five months.

2025-08-23T05:29:03.811144-07:00

NASA, SpaceX target CRS-33 launch of Cargo Dragon with new trunk propulsion to boost ISS orbit

satnews

Putin orders rapid expansion of Russia’s satellite constellations and cheaper mass‑launch infrastructure President Vladimir Putin directed a swift, large‑scale enlargement of Russia’s satellite constellation, calling for state‑business cooperation to create and operate multi‑satellite networks. He also demanded sharply lower spacecraft delivery costs, new infrastructure for mass small‑sat launches and private‑sector access to launch assets.

2025-08-23T02:48:29.961949-07:00

Putin orders rapid expansion of Russia’s satellite constellations and cheaper mass‑launch infrastructure

technologyreview.com

Inside Ukraine’s Largest Starlink Repair Shop — Field Rehab Sustains Battlefield Connectivity Elon Musk’s Starlink has become indispensable to Ukraine’s defense. A volunteer-run repair hub — dubbed “The People’s Starlink” — is performing field modifications and rehabilitation on seized, damaged and weathered terminals to restore battlefield connectivity that supports drone operations, command-and-control and civilian communications under fire.

2025-08-21T02:12:48.114090-07:00

Inside Ukraine’s Largest Starlink Repair Shop — Field Rehab Sustains Battlefield Connectivity

SpaceWatch Global

Rocket Lab Targets 70th Electron Launch This Weekend, Deploying Five Satellites as Neutron Site Readies Rocket Lab will fly its 70th Electron mission this weekend, deploying five satellites on a dedicated ride while simultaneously preparing infrastructure for its new Neutron rocket launch site. The flight underscores Rocket Lab’s growing small‑sat cadence as it advances Neutron toward its debut.

2025-08-21T00:32:46.491127-07:00

Rocket Lab Targets 70th Electron Launch This Weekend, Deploying Five Satellites as Neutron Site Readies

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Gilat wins >$60M order for Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder IFC terminals to accelerate multi‑orbit, linefit rollouts Gilat Satellite Networks has secured more than US$60 million in orders from a leading satellite operator for its Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder in‑flight connectivity terminals. The deal marks a milestone for Gilat’s linefit ESA strategy and advances multi‑orbit IFC deployment as OEMs move toward installations.

2025-08-20T05:11:52.069737-07:00

Gilat wins >$60M order for Stellar Blu ESA Sidewinder IFC terminals to accelerate multi‑orbit, linefit rollouts

Ars Technica

SpaceX presses states to ditch fiber, seeks broadband grants for Starlink SpaceX is urging U.S. states to abandon plans for new fiber builds and redirect taxpayer broadband grants to its Starlink satellite service, calling publicly funded fiber deployment "wasteful and unnecessary." The company is seeking expanded public support to accelerate Starlink's LEO rollout.

2025-08-19T14:04:29.797295-07:00

SpaceX presses states to ditch fiber, seeks broadband grants for Starlink

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