Europe   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
European Spaceflight • Andrew Parsonson

CNES opens tender to replace MaiaSpace as operator of new multi‑user launch facility in French Guiana

CNES has launched a procurement to replace MaiaSpace as operator of its new multi‑user commercial launch facility in French Guiana. The agency is soliciting candidates to assume operational responsibilities at the site and prepare it for multi‑user operations ahead of planned commercial launch activity.

2026-02-03T09:54:33.269817-08:00
Satellite   AI   M&A   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation  
New York Times

SpaceX and xAI: The Numbers and National‑Security Questions Behind Musk’s Mega‑Merger

By New York Times: The combination of SpaceX and xAI will create a rocket-and-A.I. giant. But investors and experts have concerns about the consequences of the deal.

Also: The Guardian
2026-02-03T05:35:35.133579-08:00
Satellite   North America   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Debris & Traffic Management  
SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

SpaceX pauses Falcon 9 launches after upper-stage anomaly during Feb. 2 mission

By SpaceNews.com: SpaceX is pausing Falcon 9 launches after an issue with the rocket’s upper stage encountered at the end of a launch Feb. 2.

Also: talkoftitusville.com, orlandosentinel.com and Florida Today
2026-02-03T04:57:20.572579-08:00