SpaceWatch GlobalJoshua Faleti

ESA signs with Vast to fly Czech reserve astronaut Aleš Svoboda to the ISS on a private mission

ESA has reached an agreement with Vast to support an ISS mission carrying Aleš Svoboda, a Czech astronaut reserve and ESA astronaut, with an aim for first Czech representation on the Station. The deal is positioned as a private astronaut flight, extending ESA’s use of commercial crew access arrangements.

2026-06-10T00:41:51.395221-07:00
BloombergAlberto Brambilla, Donato Paolo Mancini

Leonardo’s New CEO Sees Green Light for Space Venture Next Year

By Bloomberg: Leonardo SpA’s new chief executive officer expects European regulatory approval for its satellite venture with Airbus SE and Thales SA by the end of next year, clearing the way for one of Europe’s most ambitious defense and space projects.

2026-06-09T15:56:21.461976-07:00
Via SatelliteRachel Jewett

New Astroscale Initiative Looks to Improve Data for Spacecraft Reentry Studies

By Via Satellite: Astroscale is leading a new initiative to improve the study of spacecraft reentry and atmospheric impact, while protecting sensitive data for commercial.

2026-06-09T12:42:16.610956-07:00
SpaceNews.comJeff Foust

Isar Aerospace raises 270 million euros for global launch expansion

By SpaceNews.com: European launch company Isar Aerospace has raised 270 million euros ($312 million) to support its global expansion as it prepares for its next launch.

2026-06-09T04:11:34.601488-07:00