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Space Force studies “orbital warehouses” for 2027 spacecraft maneuvering missions

The U.S. Space Force is researching “orbital warehouses” to address a new operational challenge as it prepares two 2027 missions focused on testing spacecraft maneuvering. The work targets how to add resilient, in-orbit infrastructure that can support more flexible space operations.

2026-06-12T11:18:48.697556-07:00

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Reflex Aerospace and Rafael launch co-development of VHR²C very-high-resolution, high-revisit satellite constellation

2026-06-12T01:02:59.873941-07:00

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Legal gaps over orbital solar farms’ contribution to Kessler Syndrome risk

2026-06-12T01:12:57.665062-07:00

SpaceWatch Global

OHB and Rheinmetall launch OHB Rheinmetall Space Networks JV for SATCOMBw Level 4 support

2026-06-12T01:03:00.235272-07:00

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Space Force studies “orbital warehouses” for 2027 spacecraft maneuvering missions The U.S. Space Force is researching “orbital warehouses” to address a new operational challenge as it prepares two 2027 missions focused on testing spacecraft maneuvering. The work targets how to add resilient, in-orbit infrastructure that can support more flexible space operations.

2026-06-12T11:18:48.697556-07:00

Space Force studies “orbital warehouses” for 2027 spacecraft maneuvering missions

Bloomberg

Putin says Russia is expanding a satellite constellation to control assault drones, with work on AI and FPV drone development Vladimir Putin told Russian service members that Russia is building and expanding a domestically produced satellite network to enable assault-drone operations, which he framed as a “Starlink rival.” State coverage also says Russia is developing FPV and AI-powered drones as it vows to step up strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

2026-06-12T10:11:52.438542-07:00

Putin says Russia is expanding a satellite constellation to control assault drones, with work on AI and FPV drone development

SpaceWatch Global

Legal gaps over orbital solar farms’ contribution to Kessler Syndrome risk #SpaceWatchGL analysis argues that space-based solar farms and orbital data centers could introduce new debris-generation pathways, but the current legal framework lacks clear, enforceable duties for “due regard” and space-sustainability risk management. The piece calls for tighter interpretation and stronger governance to address emerging Kessler Syndrome threats.

2026-06-12T01:12:57.665062-07:00

Legal gaps over orbital solar farms’ contribution to Kessler Syndrome risk

SpaceWatch Global

OHB and Rheinmetall launch OHB Rheinmetall Space Networks JV for SATCOMBw Level 4 support OHB and Rheinmetall have founded OHB Rheinmetall Space Networks GmbH to provide the German Armed Forces with a high-performance, secure, and continuously available communications architecture under SATCOMBw Level 4. The JV is positioned as an enduring service vehicle for operational military satcom needs.

2026-06-12T01:03:00.235272-07:00

OHB and Rheinmetall launch OHB Rheinmetall Space Networks JV for SATCOMBw Level 4 support

SpaceWatch Global

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Reflex Aerospace and Rafael launch co-development of VHR²C very-high-resolution, high-revisit satellite constellation Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Reflex Aerospace announced a strategic co-development partnership at ILA Berlin 2026 to develop a new class of Very High Resolution and Very High Revisit constellation (VHR²C). The effort is positioned around “space intelligent solutions” aimed at enhancing space-based ISR tasking and imagery responsiveness.

2026-06-12T01:02:59.873941-07:00

Reflex Aerospace and Rafael launch co-development of VHR²C very-high-resolution, high-revisit satellite constellation

Space Intel Report

Germany accelerates military space buildout, signing ILA MoUs for missile-warning and next-gen intelligence constellations Germany’s Bundeswehr is moving to scale space capabilities fast under a €35 billion ($40.4 billion) five-year military space budget, but says the national industrial base is too small to meet the ramp-up demand. At ILA Berlin, partners include Spire Global and Diehl Defence for space-based early warning and Rafael Advanced Combat Systems with Reflex Aerospace for a new high-frequency, very high-resolution intelligence constellation.

2026-06-11T22:22:46.305129-07:00

Germany accelerates military space buildout, signing ILA MoUs for missile-warning and next-gen intelligence constellations

SpaceNews.com

Space Force solicits users for Vandenberg reserved launch site for small and medium rockets The US Space Force is seeking potential users for a new launch site at Vandenberg Space Force Base reserved for smaller rockets. The move broadens Vandenberg’s launch infrastructure as the Space Force looks to scale throughput and as West Coast cadence accelerates—highlighting how spaceport access is becoming a strategic constraint.

2026-06-11T13:18:23.530112-07:00

Space Force solicits users for Vandenberg reserved launch site for small and medium rockets

SpaceNews.com

Senate NDAA moves to fold Space Development Agency and Space Rapid Capabilities Office into Space Force acquisition The Senate Armed Services Committee advanced FY2027 NDAA language that would eliminate separate statutory requirements for the Space Development Agency (SDA) and Space Rapid Capabilities Office (Space RCO). A parallel authorizers’ push would remove their surrounding statutes, enabling Space Force to apply both organizations’ acquisition processes under a new structure.

2026-06-11T12:13:05.598628-07:00

Senate NDAA moves to fold Space Development Agency and Space Rapid Capabilities Office into Space Force acquisition

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Space Force studies “orbital warehouses” for 2027 spacecraft maneuvering missions

Reflex Aerospace and Rafael launch co-development of VHR²C very-high-resolution, high-revisit satellite constellation

Legal gaps over orbital solar farms’ contribution to Kessler Syndrome risk

OHB and Rheinmetall launch OHB Rheinmetall Space Networks JV for SATCOMBw Level 4 support

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