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SpaceWatch Global • Christophe Bosquillon

Danish study examines how Europe can turn space ambitions into capability

Christophe Bosquillon examines a Danish study of European space governance, focusing on how policy, procurement and public spending could help governments convert stated space ambitions into lasting capabilities. The analysis centers on the role of government choices in shaping Europe’s ability to build and sustain space capacity.

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2026-10-23T02:04:23.116841-07:00

China Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Commercial Space Asia-Pacific (APAC)

SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

New launch pads set to boost China’s Hainan commercial spaceport

By SpaceNews.com: China’s first commercial launch site is set to bring two new pads online by end of year, targeting more than 30 launches in 2027.

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2026-10-23T01:49:01.979579-07:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

ESA Council Names New Agency Directors for Commercialisation and Space Operations

By SpaceWatch Global: ESA appoints Andrzej Banasiak and Nicolaus Hanowski as directors of Commercialisation and Industry Partnership and Space Operations.

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2026-10-23T00:55:30.375856-07:00

Satellite Europe

Payload • Douglas Gorman

European MNOs Join Forces to Explore Joint MSS Spectrum Bid

By Payload: Four major European mobile network operators are joining forces to bid for future allocation of mobile satellite service (MSS) spectrum.

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2026-10-22T23:34:59.485381-07:00

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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Iceye and Nokia Look to Develop Satcom Capability for Ukraine

By Via Satellite: Iceye and Nokia are looking to develop a satcom capability for Ukraine, under a new letter of intent with the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, announced.

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HawkEye 360 launches six satellites to expand customer-dedicated intelligence services

SpaceWatch Global

ICEYE, Nokia Explore Sovereign Satellite Communications with Ukraine as ICEYE Partners with OroraTech

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2026-10-22T13:35:49.588858-07:00

ISS Human Spaceflight & Space Stations

NASA Spaceflight • Eleanor Day

ISS receives new cargo from Dragon as Crew-12 hands over to Crew-13

By NASA Spaceflight: Expedition 75 aboard the International Space Station gained four new crew members at the beginning of October before Crew-12 left the station.

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2026-10-22T15:15:47.850651-07:00

LEO Human Spaceflight & Space Stations NASA

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

NASA safety advisers warn agency risks losing crewed access to LEO

By SpaceNews.com: NASA’s safety advisers warned the agency risked losing human access to LEO given the retirement of Crew Dragon and concerns about commercial stations.

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2026-10-22T14:20:41.234437-07:00

Moon Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Space Exploration & Science Missions NASA

Ars Technica • Eric Berger

Latest estimate for Starship launches required to support a Moon landing? 22.

By Ars Technica: We need to keep our eyes on numerous required fuelings for the lander.".

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2026-10-22T15:04:59.253047-07:00

Danish study examines how Europe can turn space ambitions into capability

New launch pads set to boost China’s Hainan commercial spaceport

ESA Council Names New Agency Directors for Commercialisation and Space Operations

European MNOs Join Forces to Explore Joint MSS Spectrum Bid

Iceye and Nokia Look to Develop Satcom Capability for Ukraine

HawkEye 360 launches six satellites to expand customer-dedicated intelligence services

ICEYE, Nokia Explore Sovereign Satellite Communications with Ukraine as ICEYE Partners with OroraTech

ISS receives new cargo from Dragon as Crew-12 hands over to Crew-13

NASA safety advisers warn agency risks losing crewed access to LEO

Latest estimate for Starship launches required to support a Moon landing? 22.

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