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AAC Clyde Space eyes positive EBITDA in 2025 after 2024 program delays hit sales, cash flow and backlog

AAC Clyde Space said program delays cut 2024 sales, cash flow and backlog and weakened near‑term performance, but the small‑satellite hardware and services provider now forecasts a return to positive EBITDA in 2025. The company identified schedule slippages as the primary driver of the shortfall.

2026-02-19T12:33:38.213749-08:00

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US Chamber pushes for licensing and ITAR reform to modernize U.S. space infrastructure in 2026

2026-02-19T05:30:31.345084-08:00

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On-orbit services and space logistics poised to unlock demand in the nascent orbital economy

2026-02-19T08:09:44.804810-08:00

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EarthDaily constellation to enter commercial operations in Summer 2026 after May launch

2026-02-19T06:33:11.843323-08:00

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SpaceX launches Starlink 10-34, targeting second-ever Falcon 9 booster recovery on Bahamas drone ship SpaceX is launching the Starlink 10-34 mission from Cape Canaveral SLC‑40, deploying 29 Starlink broadband satellites, and attempting just the second-ever Falcon 9 booster recovery on a drone ship stationed among the Bahamas. The mission combines routine constellation growth with a rare maritime landing profile for the first stage.

2026-02-19T15:16:03.478459-08:00

SpaceX launches Starlink 10-34, targeting second-ever Falcon 9 booster recovery on Bahamas drone ship

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MDA Space launches 49North to pursue Canada's C4ISR and defence procurement MDA Space has launched 49North, an Ottawa-based subsidiary focused on defence services including C4ISR integration, sensing and radar, autonomous systems and secure digital mission systems. The unit will pursue Canada's defence procurement and C4ISR market, aiming to capture billions in planned Canadian defence contracts.

2026-02-19T12:53:27.960362-08:00

MDA Space launches 49North to pursue Canada's C4ISR and defence procurement

Space Intel Report

AAC Clyde Space eyes positive EBITDA in 2025 after 2024 program delays hit sales, cash flow and backlog AAC Clyde Space said program delays cut 2024 sales, cash flow and backlog and weakened near‑term performance, but the small‑satellite hardware and services provider now forecasts a return to positive EBITDA in 2025. The company identified schedule slippages as the primary driver of the shortfall.

2026-02-19T12:33:38.213749-08:00

AAC Clyde Space eyes positive EBITDA in 2025 after 2024 program delays hit sales, cash flow and backlog

SpaceNews.com

On-orbit services and space logistics poised to unlock demand in the nascent orbital economy On-orbit transportation, servicing and logistics providers are moving from demonstration to operational services, poised to create a network of ‘space highways’ that unlock recurring demand across satellite lifecycles. New business models and market drivers — from in‑orbit servicing to repositioning and debris mitigation — are emerging now.

2026-02-19T08:09:44.804810-08:00

On-orbit services and space logistics poised to unlock demand in the nascent orbital economy

SpaceNews.com

EarthDaily constellation to enter commercial operations in Summer 2026 after May launch EarthDaily's imaging constellation will enter commercial operations in Summer 2026 after a May launch adding six satellites and further expansion later this year. The network will deliver daily, consistent global coverage, enabling higher-revisit commercial imagery and subscription services.

2026-02-19T06:33:11.843323-08:00

EarthDaily constellation to enter commercial operations in Summer 2026 after May launch

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US Chamber pushes for licensing and ITAR reform to modernize U.S. space infrastructure in 2026 The US Chamber is urging federal action in 2026 to reform satellite licensing and ITAR export-controls to modernize U.S. space infrastructure. Chamber leaders say modernization must cover physical assets, policy and regulatory frameworks — warning industry growth and maturation will be difficult without those changes.

2026-02-19T05:30:31.345084-08:00

US Chamber pushes for licensing and ITAR reform to modernize U.S. space infrastructure in 2026

Inflight Online

Valour: Over 50% of commercial aircraft lack passenger Wi‑Fi — a major retrofit market opens Valour Consultancy finds more than half of the global commercial airline fleet still lacks passenger Wi‑Fi, creating a substantial retrofit and supplier opportunity. Airlines face pressure to upgrade connectivity to meet passenger expectations, unlock ancillary revenue and secure satellite capacity.

2026-02-19T03:31:32.187375-08:00

Valour: Over 50% of commercial aircraft lack passenger Wi‑Fi — a major retrofit market opens

New York Times

iPhone Emergency SOS via Satellite Enables Skiers' Rescue After Avalanche The iPhone Emergency SOS via Satellite feature — which sends text alerts to emergency responders when no cell tower is available — helped locate and rescue skiers after an avalanche. The case shows consumer satellite links can provide direct, life‑saving communications in remote search‑and‑rescue scenarios.

2026-02-18T16:31:08.462766-08:00

iPhone Emergency SOS via Satellite Enables Skiers' Rescue After Avalanche

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AAC Clyde Space eyes positive EBITDA in 2025 after 2024 program delays hit sales, cash flow and backlog

US Chamber pushes for licensing and ITAR reform to modernize U.S. space infrastructure in 2026

On-orbit services and space logistics poised to unlock demand in the nascent orbital economy

EarthDaily constellation to enter commercial operations in Summer 2026 after May launch

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