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Lockheed Martin wins $514M Space Force contract for GPS IIIF SV23 & SV24, extending GPS IIIF build to 14 spacecraft

The U.S. Space Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $514 million contract to build GPS IIIF space vehicles SV23 and SV24. The award increases Lockheed’s total GPS IIIF commitment to 14 spacecraft and supports modernization features including enhanced anti-jam protection, M-Code security, and improved PNT capabilities.

2026-06-15T13:39:54.360465-07:00

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Gilat to acquire Comtech’s satellite & space communications segment for $157.5M, targeting U.S. defense satcom growth

2026-06-15T03:46:22.094115-07:00

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SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 from Vandenberg as first post-Nasdaq-debut rocket

2026-06-15T12:41:33.964041-07:00

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DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

2026-06-15T07:11:46.027160-07:00

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Lockheed Martin wins $514M Space Force contract for GPS IIIF SV23 & SV24, extending GPS IIIF build to 14 spacecraft The U.S. Space Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $514 million contract to build GPS IIIF space vehicles SV23 and SV24. The award increases Lockheed’s total GPS IIIF commitment to 14 spacecraft and supports modernization features including enhanced anti-jam protection, M-Code security, and improved PNT capabilities.

2026-06-15T13:39:54.360465-07:00

Lockheed Martin wins $514M Space Force contract for GPS IIIF SV23 & SV24, extending GPS IIIF build to 14 spacecraft

Space.com

SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 from Vandenberg as first post-Nasdaq-debut rocket SpaceX lifted 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base on June 15, marking the company’s first Falcon 9 launch after its Nasdaq debut. The mission deploys 29 V2 Mini satellites within the Starlink 17-54 batch as SpaceX and Starlink scale deployment cadence.

2026-06-15T12:41:33.964041-07:00

SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 from Vandenberg as first post-Nasdaq-debut rocket

SpaceNews.com

DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks DARPA is soliciting input from the space industry on how the US could rapidly restore critical satellite capabilities if satellites are disabled or destroyed during conflict. The request focuses on rebuilding operational capacity under combat damage and disruption scenarios, emphasizing speed and continuity.

2026-06-15T07:11:46.027160-07:00

DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

Space Intel Report

Iris2 adds 66 early-delivery LEO satellites to start launches in 2029 Europe’s Iris2 multi-orbit secure connectivity network is adding 66 smaller satellites to its low-Earth-orbit component to preserve launch start timing in 2029 despite schedule-delays pressure from European governments. The expanded approach targets a full 264-satellite system launch around 2032.

2026-06-15T04:53:14.338275-07:00

Iris2 adds 66 early-delivery LEO satellites to start launches in 2029

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Gilat to acquire Comtech’s satellite & space communications segment for $157.5M, targeting U.S. defense satcom growth Gilat Satellite Networks has signed a definitive agreement to buy the majority of Comtech Telecommunications’ Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5 million in cash (cash-free, debt-free), subject to working-capital adjustments. Gilat said the deal is designed to expand defense capabilities and consolidate ground satcom technology under one provider.

2026-06-15T03:46:22.094115-07:00

Gilat to acquire Comtech’s satellite & space communications segment for $157.5M, targeting U.S. defense satcom growth

Bloomberg

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OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift German satellite manufacturer OHB plans a €500 million ($581 million) capital raise via a rights offering, aiming to broaden its limited free float. The move is framed as fresh growth capital for Europe’s space and defense programs, with momentum attributed to investor appetite after SpaceX’s blockbuster public debut.

2026-06-15T01:48:31.296516-07:00

OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift

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Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace says it is stepping up Europe-focused “sovereign” space plans for intelligence, including ISR and RF signals intelligence. The company ties the effort to adaptations of SpinLaunch technology, positioning the approach around faster, time-sensitive access to deployable LEO capability for government users.

2026-06-14T23:15:54.940695-07:00

Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation

Wall Street Journal

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads Financings tied to SpaceX and major AI players (including Anthropic and Alphabet) are fueling a rapid expansion of capital into space startups, where investors appear willing to absorb heavy new issuance despite rising risk. The momentum is prompting additional IPO-driven fundraising as companies seek to ride the public-market spotlight.

2026-06-14T19:18:24.369579-07:00

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

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Lockheed Martin wins $514M Space Force contract for GPS IIIF SV23 & SV24, extending GPS IIIF build to 14 spacecraft

Gilat to acquire Comtech’s satellite & space communications segment for $157.5M, targeting U.S. defense satcom growth

SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 from Vandenberg as first post-Nasdaq-debut rocket

DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

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