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Gilat to buy Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5M, targeting US defense growth

Gilat Satellite Networks has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the majority of Comtech Telecommunications’ Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5 million in cash (cash-free, debt-free), subject to working-capital adjustments. The deal is aimed at scaling Gilat’s advanced defense and satellite communications offerings.

2026-06-15T03:46:22.094115-07:00

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DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

2026-06-15T07:11:46.027160-07:00

Bloomberg

OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift

2026-06-15T01:48:31.296516-07:00

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Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation

2026-06-14T23:15:54.940695-07:00

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DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks DARPA is soliciting input from the space industry on how the US could rapidly restore critical satellite capabilities if satellites are disabled or destroyed during conflict. The request focuses on rebuilding operational capacity under combat damage and disruption scenarios, emphasizing speed and continuity.

2026-06-15T07:11:46.027160-07:00

DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

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Gilat to buy Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5M, targeting US defense growth Gilat Satellite Networks has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the majority of Comtech Telecommunications’ Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5 million in cash (cash-free, debt-free), subject to working-capital adjustments. The deal is aimed at scaling Gilat’s advanced defense and satellite communications offerings.

2026-06-15T03:46:22.094115-07:00

Gilat to buy Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5M, targeting US defense growth

Bloomberg

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OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift German satellite manufacturer OHB plans a €500 million ($581 million) capital raise via a rights offering, aiming to broaden its limited free float. The move is framed as fresh growth capital for Europe’s space and defense programs, with momentum attributed to investor appetite after SpaceX’s blockbuster public debut.

2026-06-15T01:48:31.296516-07:00

OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift

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Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace says it is stepping up Europe-focused “sovereign” space plans for intelligence, including ISR and RF signals intelligence. The company ties the effort to adaptations of SpinLaunch technology, positioning the approach around faster, time-sensitive access to deployable LEO capability for government users.

2026-06-14T23:15:54.940695-07:00

Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation

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Germany readies “sovereign” military satcom and electronic-warfare capabilities as commander warns Russia could take nuclear thr Berlin is preparing new military space capabilities including jammers, lasers and a sovereign satellite communications network, a senior German commander said. The warning frames Russia’s potential move to extend nuclear threat concepts into space, raising stakes for Europe’s space-enabled command, control and resilience.

2026-06-13T05:45:17.451241-07:00

Germany readies “sovereign” military satcom and electronic-warfare capabilities as commander warns Russia could take nuclear thr

Space.com

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: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u Vladimir Putin told service members Russia is expanding a domestically produced satellite network intended to control assault drones, positioning it as superior to Starlink for “drone control.” He also cited work on FPV drones and AI-powered drones, alongside a pledge to step up strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

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

Putin: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u

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

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Gilat to buy Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5M, targeting US defense growth

DARPA seeks industry input on rapid restoration of critical satellite capabilities after attacks

OHB launches €500M rights offering to boost free float and fund European space and defense growth after SpaceX IPO lift

Kongsberg ramps up European sovereign ISR and RF signals intelligence ambitions, leveraging SpinLaunch adaptation

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