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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

Rocket Lab launches Synspective’s 12th StriX SAR satellite as Japanese constellation expands

Rocket Lab launched Synspective’s 12th StriX synthetic-aperture radar satellite, extending a recurring launch relationship as the Japanese Earth-observation company grows its constellation. Synspective is also adding Japan’s H3 rocket to its launch plans, broadening the vehicles supporting its satellite deployment strategy.

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2026-09-21T01:54:52.865080-07:00

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European Spaceflight • Andrew Parsonson

ESA Acknowledges Ariane 6 Delays Following Reports of Turbopump Issue

By European Spaceflight: ESA has confirmed delays to the Ariane 6 launch schedule following reports that a turbopump anomaly was discovered during ground testing.

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2026-09-21T01:20:10.678642-07:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

Dhruva Space and Thales Alenia Space Sign MoU on Global Satellite Opportunities

By SpaceWatch Global: Dhruva Space and Thales Alenia Space sign an MoU to explore cooperation on areas including satellite constellations and space infrastructure.

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2026-09-21T01:54:52.193414-07:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Christophe Bosquillon

Pixxel’s Hyperspectral Bet and What It Means for Europe

By SpaceWatch Global: Pixxel bet early on hyperspectral Earth observation and built a global business. Christophe Bosquillon explores what its rise could mean for Europe.

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2026-09-21T01:20:52.143538-07:00

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Bloomberg • Paula Sambo

Canada, France to Develop Space Systems as Carney Eyes EU

By Bloomberg: Canada and France have asked their space agencies and defense departments to develop and share infrastructure including space-launch systems, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on a visit to a French territory near Newfoundland and Labrador.

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2026-09-20T11:50:08.894632-07:00

China Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation

Space.com • Mike Wall

China launches 4 different rockets to orbit in 45 hours (video)

By Space.com: The growing diversity and capability of China's launch sector were on display last week, as the nation launched four different rockets in a 45-hour span.

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2026-09-20T06:05:16.687363-07:00

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Universe Today • Matthew Williams

MIT Research Explores Making Rocket Propellant from Mars’ Atmosphere

By Universe Today: MIT PhD candidate Lanie McKinney is developing technology to convert the chemicals in the Martian atmosphere into propellant to bring astronauts home.

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2026-09-19T20:05:44.003545-07:00

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Reuters

2026-09-18T10:35:38.220591-07:00

Rocket Lab launches Synspective’s 12th StriX SAR satellite as Japanese constellation expands

ESA Acknowledges Ariane 6 Delays Following Reports of Turbopump Issue

Dhruva Space and Thales Alenia Space Sign MoU on Global Satellite Opportunities

Pixxel’s Hyperspectral Bet and What It Means for Europe

Canada, France to Develop Space Systems as Carney Eyes EU

China launches 4 different rockets to orbit in 45 hours (video)

MIT Research Explores Making Rocket Propellant from Mars’ Atmosphere

SpaceX to fly more NASA crews to space station under expanded $5.92 billion deal

NASA Explores New Missions With Boeing’s Troubled Starliner Spacecraft

NASA awards SpaceX $946 million for 3 more astronaut missions to the ISS

Rocket Lab Launches 12th StriX Satellite as Synspective Expands its Constellation Strategy

Dhruva Space and Thales Alenia Space Sign MoU on Global Satellite Opportunities

Pixxel’s Hyperspectral Bet and What It Means for Europe

ESA Acknowledges Ariane 6 Delays Following Reports of Turbopump Issue

Canada, France to Develop Space Systems as Carney Eyes EU

China launches 4 different rockets to orbit in 45 hours (video)

Russia’s Progress 96 Cargo Spacecraft to Arrive at International Space Station

DLR’s Suborbital MAPHEUS-17 Mission to Launch as Early as 1 October

Rocket Lab continues high Electron cadence with Synspective launch

SpaceX’s Nasdaq 100 Weight Is Confirmed at 2.82% in Rebalance

NASA weighs 10 or more Starliner missions as SpaceX wins $950 million for three additional ISS flights

China advances Mars sample-return plans while developing a 2029 Apophis flyby mission

Russia’s Progress 96 cargo spacecraft to arrive at the International Space Station

DLR’s MAPHEUS-17 suborbital mission targets launch from Sweden as early as Oct. 1

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