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Sidus Space and Reflex Aerospace Sign MOU for U.S.-Based Joint Venture

Sidus Space has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Germany's Reflex Aerospace to establish a joint venture in the U.S. This collaboration aims to develop agile, high-performance satellite platforms for commercial, defense, and government sectors globally.

2025-04-09T11:58:18.143830-07:00

Space.com

Amazon's Project Kuiper Launches First Satellites to Compete with Starlink

2025-04-09T03:08:10.868220-07:00

Runway Girl

Intelsat Expands Multi-Orbit Connectivity to 130 Aircraft with Skymark and Embraer Deals

2025-04-08T22:38:56.412544-07:00

Aviation Week

US Space Command Boosts On-Orbit Maneuvering in $20M Initiative with Spacewerx

2025-04-08T13:40:19.908021-07:00

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Aviation Week

Russia's Space Sector Perseveres With New Mission Control Centers Amid Sanctions Russia has announced the establishment of its first post-sanctions mission control centers to support its space industry. The satellite market in the Russian Federation is valued at 21 billion rubles in 2024, though development remains reliant on state funding.

2025-04-09T15:09:22.025260-07:00

Russia's Space Sector Perseveres With New Mission Control Centers Amid Sanctions

Runway Girl

Eutelsat and Panasonic Avionics Extend Satellite Capacity Agreement for Enhanced Inflight Connectivity Eutelsat and Panasonic Avionics have extended their capacity deal on the EUTELSAT 10B satellite, aiming to boost inflight connectivity services. This multi-year extension enhances passenger experience with improved internet speeds and reliability, reinforcing their collaboration in the competitive aviation connectivity market.

2025-04-09T12:15:59.078236-07:00

Eutelsat and Panasonic Avionics Extend Satellite Capacity Agreement for Enhanced Inflight Connectivity

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Sidus Space and Reflex Aerospace Sign MOU for U.S.-Based Joint Venture Sidus Space has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Germany's Reflex Aerospace to establish a joint venture in the U.S. This collaboration aims to develop agile, high-performance satellite platforms for commercial, defense, and government sectors globally.

2025-04-09T11:58:18.143830-07:00

Sidus Space and Reflex Aerospace Sign MOU for U.S.-Based Joint Venture

Breaking Defense

Export Controls and Their Impact on US-AsiaSat Relations Experts assert that US satellite sales to AsiaSat and its bandwidth leasing to China do not compromise national security. Despite concerns from some lawmakers, current US export control laws support such commercial transactions as a strategic advantage in the global satellite market.

2025-04-09T10:04:56.025290-07:00

Export Controls and Their Impact on US-AsiaSat Relations

Via Satellite

Northrop Grumman's MEV Completes Historic Satellite Life Extension Mission Northrop Grumman successfully completed a mission with its Mission Extension Vehicle (MEV), marking the first-ever undocking of two commercial spacecraft in geosynchronous orbit. The MEV's service for Intelsat's IS-901 satellite showcases advancements in extending satellite lifespans, highlighting potential shifts in satellite servicing dynamics.

2025-04-09T09:35:00.106627-07:00

Northrop Grumman's MEV Completes Historic Satellite Life Extension Mission

Space Intel Report

Satellogic Secures $30M Defense Contract for AI-Driven Satellite Analytics Satellogic has secured a $30 million multi-year defense contract to provide near-daily, AI-enhanced satellite analytics aimed at advancing surveillance and security solutions. This deal comes as the company seeks to bolster its financial position amidst broader industry challenges.

2025-04-09T09:08:15.127387-07:00

Satellogic Secures $30M Defense Contract for AI-Driven Satellite Analytics

Payload

Astroscale and Orbit Fab to Execute First DoD Satellite Refueling Mission Astroscale U.S. and Orbit Fab partner to conduct the first-ever refueling of a U.S. Department of Defense satellite in geostationary orbit. This milestone mission, set for next year, aims to extend satellite life and enhance operational flexibility for the United States Space Force.

2025-04-09T05:24:41.988044-07:00

Astroscale and Orbit Fab to Execute First DoD Satellite Refueling Mission

Payload

UK Startup to Develop Moon-Orbiting Cubesat for Earliest Cosmic Signal Detection Blue Skies Space, a startup in the UK, is pioneering the design of a cubesat constellation to orbit the Moon, aiming to capture the universe's earliest signals. This innovative project could transform our understanding of cosmic evolution and the origins of the universe.

2025-04-09T05:04:14.466165-07:00

UK Startup to Develop Moon-Orbiting Cubesat for Earliest Cosmic Signal Detection

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