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AST SpaceMobile Joins U.S. Space Force Program to Advance Space-Based Sensing

SpaceWatch Global

AST SpaceMobile joins U.S. Space Force program to advance space-based sensing

AST SpaceMobile will support STR under a U.S. Space Force program focused on advancing space-based sensing. The effort will use commercially developed satellite technology, bringing a commercial provider into work on sensing capabilities for the military space domain.

Payload

PAVE Space plans IBEX demo mission for maneuverable commercial and defense payload platform

PAVE Space plans to launch a demonstration mission of IBEX, a highly maneuverable spacecraft platform designed to carry commercial and defense payloads. The mission will provide an in-space demonstration of the platform; the announcement did not specify a launch date or payload details.

Space Intel Report

Viasat expects Viasat-3 satellites to boost broadband markets as Equatys direct-to-device JV awaits regulatory review

Viasat is looking to its Viasat-3 satellites to energize its broadband markets, while its Equatys direct-to-device joint venture remains pending regulatory review. The update links the company’s satellite broadband ambitions with a separate venture whose progress depends on regulatory clearance.

SpaceNews.com

CesiumAstro Secures $730 Million in Janus Henderson-Led Series D at a Valuation Above $4.5 Billion; Unveils Synchronicity Satellite Constellation Following Fully Successful Element-1 Mission

SpaceNews.com

CesiumAstro raises $730 million in Series D at $4.5 billion-plus valuation and unveils Synchronicity constellation

CesiumAstro closed a $730 million Series D led by Janus Henderson, valuing the space and defense communications company at more than $4.5 billion. The financing announcement follows what the company called a fully successful Element-1 mission and the unveiling of its Synchronicity satellite constellation.

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High activity

SES Networks grows 6% in Q3 as aviation and defense demand lifts segment revenue

SES said growth in aviation and defense drove a 6% year-over-year increase in Networks revenue on a like-for-like basis in the third quarter. The segment’s performance helped lift overall company revenue by 4.2%, pointing to stronger demand in those markets amid modest company-wide growth.

Breaking Defense

Thales’ Tampa Microwave targets direct LEO and MEO access for dismounted forces

Tampa Microwave, a Thales company, is advancing tactical satellite communications intended to give dismounted military forces secure, reliable mobile connectivity through low Earth orbit and medium Earth orbit networks. The effort focuses on extending satellite access to personnel operating on foot.