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SpaceWatch Global • James Hydzik

LEAP and Highlands and Islands Enterprise sign MoU to advance Sutherland Spaceport

U.S.-based LEAP and Highlands and Islands Enterprise have signed a memorandum of understanding concerning development of the Sutherland Spaceport in Scotland. The agreement revives prospects for vertical rocket launches from mainland UK, though the articles provide no details on project milestones or a launch timeline.

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2026-11-06T00:34:54.731428-08:00

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Washington Post • Meryl Kornfield

Starlink service was called a gift to the White House. But payments followed.

By Washington Post: Trump officials said that Elon Musk’s company had donated its satellite internet service. Records show it was given nearly $1.2 million in Pentagon awards.

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2026-11-06T03:04:36.502074-08:00

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European Spaceflight • Andrew Parsonson

Avio Scales Back Demonstrator Programme Amid Technical Challenges

By European Spaceflight: Avio has reduced the scope and funding allocated to its STS rocket demonstrator programme following technical challenges and delays.

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2026-11-06T00:04:34.987897-08:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

AST SpaceMobile Joins U.S. Space Force Program to Advance Space-Based Sensing

By SpaceWatch Global: AST SpaceMobile will support STR under a USSF program to advance space-based sensing using commercially developed satellite technology.

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2026-11-06T01:34:55.539636-08:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Now What? Christophe Bosquillon

#SpaceWatchGL GRAY SPACE – Democrats Sweep Both U.S. Congressional Chambers. Space and Defence, Now What?

By SpaceWatch Global: How will the 2026 U.S. midterms reshape space policy? Christophe Bosquillon examines NASA, Space Force, Golden Dome and the implications for Europe.

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2026-11-06T01:34:55.589775-08:00

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Space Intel Report • Peter B. de Selding

Viasat hopes Viasat-3 satellites will energize its broadband markets; Equatys D2D JV still pending regulatory review

By Space Intel Report: BALI, Indonesia — Satellite hardware and service provider Viasat Inc.

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2026-11-05T23:34:45.612659-08:00

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Payload • Douglas Gorman, Victoria Woodburn

European Bodyguard Sats are Closer Thank You Think

By Payload: PAVE Space announced plans to launch a demo mission of its IBEX spacecraft—a highly maneuverable platform for commercial and defense payloads.

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2026-11-05T23:55:04.666892-08:00

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CNBC • Annie Palmer

2026-11-05T10:04:41.481903-08:00

LEAP and Highlands and Islands Enterprise sign MoU to advance Sutherland Spaceport

Starlink service was called a gift to the White House. But payments followed.

Avio Scales Back Demonstrator Programme Amid Technical Challenges

AST SpaceMobile Joins U.S. Space Force Program to Advance Space-Based Sensing

#SpaceWatchGL GRAY SPACE – Democrats Sweep Both U.S. Congressional Chambers. Space and Defence, Now What?

Viasat hopes Viasat-3 satellites will energize its broadband markets; Equatys D2D JV still pending regulatory review

European Bodyguard Sats are Closer Thank You Think

Blue Origin pushes launch to January 2027 as it races to rebuild damaged launchpad

Blue Origin unveils New Glenn GS3 third stage and Northstar booster engine

Blue Origin says it is building a higher-performing rocket engine at 1/4 the cost

Starlink service was called a gift to the White House. But payments followed.

AST SpaceMobile Joins U.S. Space Force Program to Advance Space-Based Sensing

#SpaceWatchGL GRAY SPACE – Democrats Sweep Both U.S. Congressional Chambers. Space and Defence, Now What?

LEAP Revives Hope for Mainland UK Vertical Launch with Sutherland Spaceport MoU

Avio Scales Back Demonstrator Programme Amid Technical Challenges

European Bodyguard Sats are Closer Thank You Think

'We got it done!' Spacewalking astronauts finish installing next-gen ISS solar arrays

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US proposes space launch rule changes in potential boost for SpaceX

Democratic midterm gains put defense spending and SpaceX under new scrutiny

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