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SpaceX launches Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle on first RSGS robotic-servicing mission to refuel GEO satellites

SpaceX has launched Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) as part of a private robotic servicing operation for geosynchronous satellites, using the RSGS payload to refuel spacecraft running low on fuel. The mission also positions the same robotic-arms platform for potential future “armed” capabilities against satellites.

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2026-07-21T11:42:26.117688-07:00

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SpaceX to launch satellite-servicing mission to Earth orbit using a robotic repair drone with robot arms (live webcast July 21)

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2026-07-21T06:07:56.658929-07:00

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GA-ASI, Raytheon UK, BAE/Boeing/Saab and Leonardo move to refresh UK strike, training and precision-munitions capacity

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2026-07-21T00:25:14.580978-07:00

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deltaVision raises €10.2M to scale spacecraft fluidic systems and in-orbit refueling payload slated for 2027

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2026-07-21T00:53:50.658012-07:00

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SDA partners for up to $1.75B to build 36 Golden Dome missile-tracking satellites for Space Force The Space Development Agency announced partnerships with two companies valued at up to $1.75 billion total to develop 36 satellites supporting the Trump administration’s Golden Dome missile-defense initiative. The satellites are intended to expand space-based tracking capability for the program.

2026-07-21T12:07:19.359993-07:00

SDA partners for up to $1.75B to build 36 Golden Dome missile-tracking satellites for Space Force

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SpaceX launches Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle on first RSGS robotic-servicing mission to refuel GEO satellites SpaceX has launched Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) as part of a private robotic servicing operation for geosynchronous satellites, using the RSGS payload to refuel spacecraft running low on fuel. The mission also positions the same robotic-arms platform for potential future “armed” capabilities against satellites.

2026-07-21T11:42:26.117688-07:00

SpaceX launches Northrop Grumman’s Mission Robotic Vehicle on first RSGS robotic-servicing mission to refuel GEO satellites

Space.com

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SpaceX to launch satellite-servicing mission to Earth orbit using a robotic repair drone with robot arms (live webcast July 21) SpaceX is set to launch a satellite-servicing mission to Earth orbit on July 21, deploying a robotic “repair drone” designed to handle on-orbit maintenance using robot arms. The launch is being streamed live, signaling another step toward practical in-orbit servicing capabilities.

2026-07-21T06:07:56.658929-07:00

SpaceX to launch satellite-servicing mission to Earth orbit using a robotic repair drone with robot arms (live webcast July 21)

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KBR reshapes defense technology unit to pursue Golden Dome missile-defense work KBR said July 21 it is restructuring to better compete for work under the Trump administration’s “Golden Dome” multilayer defense concept. The company is aligning its digital engineering, space surveillance, and missile-defense businesses to target contracts aimed at countering missile and aerial threats.

2026-07-21T03:25:31.360154-07:00

KBR reshapes defense technology unit to pursue Golden Dome missile-defense work

SpaceWatch Global

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ESA 2026 Space Economy Report: 53% of government space spending tied to defence as Europe weighs “shareholder vs customer” polic An #SpaceWatchGL Opinion piece cites ESA’s 2026 Space Economy Report, estimating that 53% of government space spending goes to defence. Torsten Kriening argues Europe must decide whether it prioritizes a “shareholder” approach or a “customer” approach to shape future European space capability and demand.

2026-07-21T01:08:50.456627-07:00

ESA 2026 Space Economy Report: 53% of government space spending tied to defence as Europe weighs “shareholder vs customer” polic

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deltaVision raises €10.2M to scale spacecraft fluidic systems and in-orbit refueling payload slated for 2027 Munich-based spacecraft component developer deltaVision secured €10.2 million (from KT Ventures and Valemount Capital in its first funding round) to expand production of valves and related propulsion/fluidic equipment. The funding supports manufacturing capacity growth and acceleration of in-orbit refueling technology, targeting its first refueling payload in 2027.

2026-07-21T00:53:50.658012-07:00

deltaVision raises €10.2M to scale spacecraft fluidic systems and in-orbit refueling payload slated for 2027

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GA-ASI, Raytheon UK, BAE/Boeing/Saab and Leonardo move to refresh UK strike, training and precision-munitions capacity General Atomics is pursuing expanded strike roles for the MQ-9B and its Gambit integration via deals with Kongsberg and MBDA. Meanwhile, Raytheon UK unveiled Red Kite—an affordable sovereign precision munition built on the Stormbreaker airframe. BAE, Boeing and Saab also signed to advance a UK Hawk replacement built around Boeing’s T-7 training system, as Leonardo presses LEO and missile-defense programs alongside an Indonesian M-346F fighter sale.

2026-07-21T00:25:14.580978-07:00

GA-ASI, Raytheon UK, BAE/Boeing/Saab and Leonardo move to refresh UK strike, training and precision-munitions capacity

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SpaceX readies Starship Flight 13 after July 16 last-second abort; Falcon 9 and Starlink launches plus Northrop mission on deck SpaceX is targeting another attempt for Starship Flight 13 from Starbase, Texas, after four Raptor engines failed to ignite at T-0 on July 16. The company is also planning multiple launches around Starlink from California and a rare expendable Falcon 9 from Florida, alongside other missions this period.

2026-07-20T09:22:15.943442-07:00

SpaceX readies Starship Flight 13 after July 16 last-second abort; Falcon 9 and Starlink launches plus Northrop mission on deck

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