Satellite Europe Space Policy & International Cooperation Policy & Regulation

Space Intel Report • Peter B de Selding

EU says Galileo PRS accreditation imminent; DLR readies global Galileo–GPS interference monitoring service

The European Commission says accreditation for Galileo's Public Regulated Service (PRS) is imminent, signalling a near‑term step to operationalise the constellation's secure navigation capability for government users. Germany's DLR is building a global Galileo–GPS interference monitoring service to detect and map disruptions to GNSS signals.

2026-02-04T10:05:00.476458-08:00

Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Space Exploration & Science Missions NASA

Ars Technica • Eric Berger

NASA admits SLS will likely see multi‑year gaps between flights, putting Artemis cadence and contractors at risk

By Ars Technica: You know, you're right, the flight rate—three years is a long time.".

Also: webpronews.com

2026-02-04T07:15:17.874722-08:00

Satellite ATC Aviation Safety & Regulation

Space.com • Daisy Dobrijevic

Sun unleashes colossal X4.2 solar flare, knocking out radio signals across Africa and Europe (video)

By Space.com: An impulsive X4.2 solar flare sparked strong radio blackouts across Africa and Europe as the giant sunspot continues to rage.

Also: New Indian Express and Fox Weather

2026-02-04T07:55:40.533249-08:00

Satellite Aerial Firefighting Commercial Space

SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

FireSat launches orbit-visualization tool to help wildfire responders plan around satellite passes

By SpaceNews.com: FireSat adds orbit-visualization software to help firefighters plan around satellite passes FireSat adds orbit-visualization software to help firefighters plan around satellite passes.

2026-02-04T08:22:21.949099-08:00

Europe Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Commercial Space

Satellite Evolution

Isar Aerospace opens second test site at Esrange Space Center

By Satellite Evolution: European space company Isar Aerospace is significantly expanding their testing operations with SSC Space at Esrange Space Center in Sweden, opening a second test site to support the development and production of its ‘Spectrum’ rocket.

European Spaceflight

Isar Aerospace to Expand Testing Facilities as it Prepares for Next Spectrum Flight

2026-02-04T02:55:34.880506-08:00

Satellite Supply Chain Commercial Space Space Defense & Militarization

SpaceNews.com • Elad Baram

Silicon as Strategy: How Semiconductors Are Shaping the New Space Race

By SpaceNews.com: Silicon as strategy: the hidden battleground of the new space race.

2026-02-04T06:02:23.763533-08:00

Satellite Defense Industry & Major Contractors Commercial Space Space Defense & Militarization

Payload • Douglas Gorman

Exclusive: Viridian Signs Five-Year CRADA with U.S. Air Force to Co-Develop VLEO Satellite Technology

By Payload: Viridian signed a five-year cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA) with the US Air Force to co-develop Viridian’s VLEO tech.

2026-02-04T05:36:03.770606-08:00

Satellite Commercial Space Policy & Regulation

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

Senate committee delays consideration of bill to streamline FCC satellite licensing

By SpaceNews.com: A Senate committee has delayed consideration of a bill intended to expedite FCC reviews of satellite licenses amid concerns it may be too permissive.

2026-02-04T05:27:20.894924-08:00

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EU says Galileo PRS accreditation imminent; DLR readies global Galileo–GPS interference monitoring service

NASA admits SLS will likely see multi‑year gaps between flights, putting Artemis cadence and contractors at risk

Sun unleashes colossal X4.2 solar flare, knocking out radio signals across Africa and Europe (video)

FireSat launches orbit-visualization tool to help wildfire responders plan around satellite passes

Isar Aerospace opens second test site at Esrange Space Center

Isar Aerospace to Expand Testing Facilities as it Prepares for Next Spectrum Flight

Silicon as Strategy: How Semiconductors Are Shaping the New Space Race

Exclusive: Viridian Signs Five-Year CRADA with U.S. Air Force to Co-Develop VLEO Satellite Technology

Senate committee delays consideration of bill to streamline FCC satellite licensing

EU says Galileo PRS accreditation imminent; DLR prepares global Galileo–GPS interference monitoring service

FireSat launches orbit-visualization tool to help wildfire responders plan around satellite passes

Sun unleashes colossal X4.2 solar flare, knocking out radio signals across Africa and Europe (video)