China   Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Debris & Traffic Management  
SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

Chinese startup demonstrates flexible robotic arm in orbit, advancing satellite servicing and debris removal

A Chinese commercial startup has completed an on-orbit demonstration of a flexible robotic arm, validating technology for satellite manipulation. The test advances practical capabilities for in‑orbit servicing, refuelling and active debris removal, a step toward commercial orbital maintenance and logistics.

2026-04-01T01:12:27.173468-07:00
Satellite   M&A   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space  
Reuters • Echo Wang

Exclusive: SpaceX lines up 21 banks for mega IPO, code-named project Apex

By Reuters: SpaceX is working with at least 21 banks on its blockbuster initial public offering, people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday, one of the largest underwriting syndicates assembled in recent years.

Also: CNBC, news.ssbcrack.com and exterrajsc.com
2026-03-31T18:11:03.248240-07:00
Space Exploration & Science Missions   NASA  
Universe Today • Laurence Tognetti

KYTHERA concept outlines technologies for a 200-day Venus surface mission

By Universe Today: The planet Venus is often called “Earth’s twin” due to the similar sizes, but the reality couldn’t be farther from the truth. Unlike Earth, which is hospitable to an estimated billions of lifeforms, Venus is not hospitable to life as we know it, at least on its surface.

2026-03-31T19:55:48.123110-07:00