Event   Europe   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization   Space Debris & Traffic Management   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
SpaceWatch Global • Judith Delany

Switzerland launches new space command to deliver dual-use capabilities amid contested orbital environment

Switzerland is creating a new space command focused on dual-use capabilities, European cooperation, and maintaining stability in an increasingly contested orbital environment. The effort—outlined in the context of Space Symposium 2026—centers on aligning national priorities with partner frameworks for space resilience.

2026-04-23T01:20:03.519487-07:00
North America   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Policy & Regulation  
Skies Magazine • Transport Canada Press Release

Canada aims for sovereign space launch capabilities with new legislation

By Skies Magazine: The Canadian Space Launch Act would enable the government to regulate and oversee space launch and re-entry activities conducted from Canadian territory.

2026-04-22T06:20:29.478346-07:00
Satellite   Commercial Space  
SpaceNews.com • Jason Rainbow

Univity funds VLEO 5G demonstrators with $32 million Series A

By SpaceNews.com: French startup Univity has raised around $32 million to deploy a pair of 5G demonstrators into very low Earth orbit next year, ahead of plans for at least 1,600 VLEO satellites to help telecom operators extend 5G coverage from space.

2026-04-22T23:05:44.348378-07:00
Satellite   ESA   Space Defense & Militarization   Airbus  
DefenseNews.com • Pierre Tran

EDRS Satellite Payload To Include Laser Comm System

By DefenseNews.com: PARIS — A space-based laser communication system fitted onboard the European Data Relay System (EDRS)-A satellite payload is due to be launched Jan. 27, offering commercial and military operators a secure and high-capacity data transmitter, European Space Agency officials and Airbus Defence & Space executives said.

2026-04-22T17:50:05.414500-07:00
Europe   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization  
DefenseNews.com • Aaron Mehta

Lockheed selected to build first UK spaceport

By DefenseNews.com: FARNBOROUGH, England — The U.K. has selected Lockheed Martin to help develop its first domestic commercial spaceport in Melness, Scotland — an effort that could be of interest to the U.S.

2026-04-22T14:34:54.280650-07:00