Satellite   M&A   Commercial Space  
Payload • Douglas Gorman

HEO acquires Satellogic’s in‑orbit NewSat‑34 (Mark IV‑g)

HEO, an Australian non‑Earth‑imaging startup, has acquired title to Satellogic’s in‑orbit NewSat‑34 — a legacy Mark IV‑g Earth‑observation satellite already operating in orbit. The purchase gives HEO immediate ownership of an operational spacecraft and expands its in‑orbit asset inventory and data‑services capability.

Also: APAC Defence Reporter
2026-01-27T05:32:26.319125-08:00
Satellite   Europe   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Airbus  
Airbus

Airbus’ first Pléiades Neo Next to launch on Vega C from Kourou in early 2028

By Airbus: Airbus will launch its first Pléiades Neo Next satellite early 2028 from the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana on an Avio’s Vega C rocket.

2026-01-27T00:22:57.873593-08:00
Satellite   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Space Debris & Traffic Management  
Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

Asteroid 2024 YR4 Has a 4% Chance of Hitting the Moon. Here’s Why That’s a Scientific Goldmine.

By Universe Today: There’s a bright side to every situation. In 2032, the Moon itself might have a particularly bright side if it is blasted by a 60-meter-wide asteroid. The chances of such an event are still relatively small (only around 4%), but non-negligible.

2026-01-27T03:22:47.232524-08:00
Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization  
Payload • Jacqueline Feldscher

Northwood Raises $100M Series B Led by a16z and Alpine Space Ventures

By Payload: The round, which was announced today, was led by Washington Harbour Partners and a16z. It also included participation from Alpine Space Ventures, among other investors, according to a press release.

Also: TechCrunch
2026-01-27T02:34:03.335650-08:00