Payload

Constellations, servicing and lunar missions push demand for next‑generation mission‑operations software

As space missions move beyond single-satellite deployments to multi‑vehicle constellations, in‑space servicing and lunar operations, engineering teams are facing a sharp rise in operational complexity. That trend is driving demand for mission‑operations software that is far more automated, scalable and agile to orchestrate telemetry, autonomy and multi‑asset coordination.

2025-12-19T14:06:38.214963-08:00
SpaceNews.comJason Rainbow

Hungary’s 4iG commits to $100 million Axiom Space investment

By SpaceNews.com: Hungarian communications provider 4iG has agreed to invest $100 million in U.S.-based space station developer Axiom Space, broadening its footprint in the space industry amid a broader push toward vertically integrated capabilities in the industry.

2025-12-19T13:07:03.224309-08:00
Via SatelliteRachel Jewett

NASA's PExT Payload Completes Communications Demonstrations

By Via Satellite: York Space Systems reports the Polylingual Experimental Terminal (PExT) payload completed more than 100 communication activities.

2025-12-19T10:25:39.242395-08:00
Space Intel ReportPeter B de Selding

ESA to boost staff 13% in 2026; exploration budget shortfall review set for Feb — Ariane 6 faces tough Galileo launch

By Space Intel Report: LA PLATA, Maryland — The European Space Agency (ESA) is increasing its staff by 13.3% in….

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2025-12-19T08:38:04.030042-08:00
USA TodayMalcolm Denemark

2025 spaceflight in photos: Blue Origin, SpaceX, two lunar landings and the Starliner return

By USA Today: From two uncrewed lunar landings to the return of the 'stuck' Boeing Starliner astronauts, 2025 was a monumental year for spaceflight.

2025-12-19T10:40:35.838105-08:00