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Intellian and All.Space advance multi-orbit satellite communications for defense and dual-use markets

Intellian showcased satellite communications equipment spanning civilian, dual-use and military applications at SMM 2026 in Hamburg, while All.Space signed a Defense Innovation Unit agreement to demonstrate high-rate manufacturing of multi-orbit terminals. The developments underscore parallel demand for capable satcom systems and scalable production for government users.

Aviation Week

Open Cosmos Secures Role in UK’s £8 Billion Tactical Communications Framework

Open Cosmos has secured a position on the UK Ministry of Defence’s £8 billion Tactical Communications framework, supporting the government’s effort to build more sovereign satellite connectivity architecture. The award places the company among suppliers eligible to provide communications capabilities for UK defense operations.

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Space Force study warns engineer and skilled-worker shortages could constrain military space recovery

A Space Force-sponsored study warns that shortages of engineers and skilled manufacturing workers could hinder U.S. efforts to restore military space capabilities after heavy wartime losses. It recommends treating industrial workforce capacity as a defense readiness issue and developing greater surge capacity across the sector.

Reuters

High activity

Beijing and Washington prepare for military conflict extending into space

China and the United States are equipping themselves for a potential new domain of conflict, developing hunter satellites and orbital weapons as military space operations rapidly evolve. The preparations signal that counterspace capabilities are becoming central to strategic competition between the two powers.

Payload

Commercial space reshapes national security acquisition—but is not an endless source of innovation

Commercial providers are increasingly filling national security space needs that government programs cannot deliver quickly, offering faster development and lower acquisition risk. But the shift from government-owned, purpose-built systems to commercial-first procurement has limits, requiring policymakers to distinguish scalable capabilities from areas where bespoke systems remain necessary.

Via Satellite

Kymeta wins $20 million DoD order for 100 Osprey u8 multi-orbit satcom terminals

Kymeta has secured a $20 million order from a U.S. Department of Defense branch for 100 Osprey u8 multi-orbit satellite communications terminals. The award expands the company’s defense customer base and provides a defined production commitment for its satcom hardware.

Via Satellite

Space Defense in 2040: Networked, Weaponized and Contested Constellations

By 2040, the ability to see, decide and act first in a conflict may depend on resilient, networked constellations in orbit. The emerging space-defense environment will be increasingly weaponized and contested, making orbital architecture central to military awareness, decision-making and operational advantage.

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Yank Technologies wins Space Force contract to study wireless satellite charging

Yank Technologies will assess whether satellites can be recharged in orbit using wireless power under a U.S. Space Force small-business contract. The concept could reduce reliance on physical docking during servicing missions, potentially enabling new approaches to satellite sustainment and on-orbit operations.