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Eutelsat renews PCTV ties for Mexico video distribution on EUTELSAT 117 West A; signs Co-op Cable deals for Caribbean DTH via EU

Eutelsat has renewed its long-standing partnership with Mexico’s PCTV (part of Megacable Holdings) to continue distributing video services via EUTELSAT 117 West A (E117WA). It also announced a new broadcast partnership with Co-op Cable to expand direct-to-home (DTH) and connectivity offerings across the Caribbean using EUTELSAT 65 West A (E65WA).

2026-04-22T12:57:33.145288-07:00

ESA

ESA and EDA launch joint study to map strategic and technological gaps in Europe’s Earth-observation security and defence capabi

2026-04-22T08:06:31.834168-07:00

Satellite Evolution

SSC Space and Kuva Space sign LOI for strategic collaboration spanning Nordic commercial, institutional and security space oppor

2026-04-22T09:25:46.414025-07:00

Space.com

Rocket Lab Electron to launch JAXA “Kakushin Rising” mission, deploying 8 Japanese satellites including origami-fold antenna

2026-04-22T10:06:44.189999-07:00

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Eutelsat renews PCTV ties for Mexico video distribution on EUTELSAT 117 West A; signs Co-op Cable deals for Caribbean DTH via EU Eutelsat has renewed its long-standing partnership with Mexico’s PCTV (part of Megacable Holdings) to continue distributing video services via EUTELSAT 117 West A (E117WA). It also announced a new broadcast partnership with Co-op Cable to expand direct-to-home (DTH) and connectivity offerings across the Caribbean using EUTELSAT 65 West A (E65WA).

2026-04-22T12:57:33.145288-07:00

Eutelsat renews PCTV ties for Mexico video distribution on EUTELSAT 117 West A; signs Co-op Cable deals for Caribbean DTH via EU

Space.com

Rocket Lab Electron to launch JAXA “Kakushin Rising” mission, deploying 8 Japanese satellites including origami-fold antenna Rocket Lab is set to launch its second Electron/JAXA dedicated mission, “Kakushin Rising,” delivering eight Japanese satellites into orbit. The payload set includes a spacecraft featuring an origami-folded antenna, as part of JAXA’s Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration Program.

2026-04-22T10:06:44.189999-07:00

Rocket Lab Electron to launch JAXA “Kakushin Rising” mission, deploying 8 Japanese satellites including origami-fold antenna

Satellite Evolution

SSC Space and Kuva Space sign LOI for strategic collaboration spanning Nordic commercial, institutional and security space oppor Finnish hyperspectral Earth observation and AI intelligence provider Kuva Space has signed a Letter of Intent with SSC Space to explore a strategic collaboration across the Nordic space value chain. The companies say the regional effort targets commercial, institutional, and security-related space opportunities, with SSC announcing the partnership on April 22.

2026-04-22T09:25:46.414025-07:00

SSC Space and Kuva Space sign LOI for strategic collaboration spanning Nordic commercial, institutional and security space oppor

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FCC clears AST SpaceMobile for commercial direct-to-device service with up to 248 LEO satellites The FCC has granted AST SpaceMobile commercial authorization to deliver direct-to-device cellular broadband in the United States using spectrum provided by partner MNOs. The approval covers a full 248-satellite constellation with specified deployment deadlines and operating requirements for orbital debris mitigation, collision avoidance and interference prevention, following a recently botched launch.

2026-04-22T08:50:31.529068-07:00

FCC clears AST SpaceMobile for commercial direct-to-device service with up to 248 LEO satellites

FL360aero

Amazon debuts Amazon Leo Aviation Antenna to compete with Starlink for commercial-jet inflight connectivity Amazon has introduced the Amazon Leo Aviation Antenna, positioning it as a direct alternative to SpaceX’s Starlink terminals for commercial jets. The move underscores Amazon Leo’s push to own more of the inflight connectivity stack, not just the satellite service.

2026-04-22T08:35:36.791889-07:00

Amazon debuts Amazon Leo Aviation Antenna to compete with Starlink for commercial-jet inflight connectivity

ESA

ESA and EDA launch joint study to map strategic and technological gaps in Europe’s Earth-observation security and defence capabi ESA and the European Defence Agency have signed an Implementing Arrangement to jointly identify strategic and technological gaps in Europe’s Earth-observation capabilities and produce a long-term roadmap for security and defence. A separate ESA bid sets a May 5 deadline for industry proposals on system architecture for the future EU Earth Observational Governmental System (EOGS).

2026-04-22T08:06:31.834168-07:00

ESA and EDA launch joint study to map strategic and technological gaps in Europe’s Earth-observation security and defence capabi

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Navy considers “reciprocal” shipboard role in satellite-protected maritime domain awareness The article says satellites provide Navy ships with domain awareness, but some officers argue the Navy should “return the favor” by extending its own sensing and protection capabilities to support satellite operations. The thrust is toward ship-linked contributions to wider space-domain situational awareness and protection.

2026-04-22T05:24:55.181906-07:00

Navy considers “reciprocal” shipboard role in satellite-protected maritime domain awareness

SpaceNews.com

Analysis: Hybridizing nuclear NC3 systems could compromise resilient space infrastructure Highly classified, sovereign space-based nuclear command, control and communications (NC3) systems were designed to remain insulated from external influence and survive extreme conditions. The cluster warns that efforts to “hybridize” these NC3 architectures may introduce new vulnerabilities into the space infrastructure they depend on.

2026-04-22T04:26:40.455046-07:00

Analysis: Hybridizing nuclear NC3 systems could compromise resilient space infrastructure

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Eutelsat renews PCTV ties for Mexico video distribution on EUTELSAT 117 West A; signs Co-op Cable deals for Caribbean DTH via EU

ESA and EDA launch joint study to map strategic and technological gaps in Europe’s Earth-observation security and defence capabi

SSC Space and Kuva Space sign LOI for strategic collaboration spanning Nordic commercial, institutional and security space oppor

Rocket Lab Electron to launch JAXA “Kakushin Rising” mission, deploying 8 Japanese satellites including origami-fold antenna

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