Via SatelliteRachel Jewett

Europe Readies EPS‑Sterna Polar Satellite Constellation — Up to €30B Economic Upside

Europe will build EPS‑Sterna, a polar satellite constellation projected to generate up to €30 billion (~$35bn) in economic value over its lifetime. The programme signals a new continental investment in space infrastructure with implications for services and industrial activity across European supply chains.

2026-01-13T16:43:39.383677-08:00
Spaceflight NowWill Robinson-Smith

U.S. Space Force switches rockets for upcoming GPS satellite launch

By Spaceflight Now: ![](http://spaceflightnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20260113-GPS-III-SV09-Shipping.jpg) The next Global Positioning System satellite is switching from a United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket to a SpaceX Falcon 9, a spokesperson for the U.S.

2026-01-13T15:45:40.357541-08:00
NASAJennifer M Dooren

NASA, Department of Energy to Develop Lunar Surface Reactor by 2030

By NASA: NASA, along with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), announced Tuesday a renewed commitment to their longstanding partnership to support the research and.

2026-01-13T13:05:32.845586-08:00
Via SatelliteRachel Jewett

Intuitive Machines Completes Acquisition of Lanteris (formerly Maxar Space Systems), Positioning Itself as a Vertically Integrated Space Prime

By Via Satellite: Intuitive Machines has completed the acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, formerly known as Maxar Space Systems. By acquiring a spacecraft manufacturer, Intuitive Machines says this positions the company as a vertically integrated space prime.

2026-01-13T13:25:40.922761-08:00