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BAE Systems brings South Korea’s Hanwha into intel...
BAE Systems has partnered with South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Systems to explore using its synthetic aperture radar technology in Azalea, the British defense prime’s planned intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance constellation. The post BAE Systems brings South Korea’s Hanwha into...
Electron launches third iQPS satellite in three mo...
Rocket Lab launched a radar imaging satellite for Japanese company iQPS June 11, the third launch for that customer within three months. The post Electron launches third iQPS satellite in three months appeared first on SpaceNews.
Reaction Dynamics prepares for takeoff
SAN FRANCISCO – With funding from the Quebec government and private investment, Canadian launch startup Reaction Dynamics is completing development and preparing to qualify its RE-202 hybrid rocket engine. The […] The post Reaction Dynamics prepares for takeoff appeared...
Revolutionizing Space Tech: A Cutting-Edge Alterna...
Deposition Sciences, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, specializes in advanced materials and optical coatings. For over 20 years, they’ve been producing their Sunshade® thermal control material, which […] The post Revolutionizing Space Tech: A Cutting-Edge Alternative...
Pentagon’s mega-constellation still hampered by su...
GAO’s latest annual assessment of the Defense Department’s major weapons systems scrutinizes the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture The post Pentagon’s mega-constellation still hampered by supply chain issues: GAO report appeared first on SpaceNews.
THE COMMERCIAL SPACE FEDERATION (CSF) ANNOUNCES NE...
June 11, 2025 – Washington, D.C.— Yesterday, the Commercial Space Federation Board of Directors unanimously approved a new slate of officers. We are pleased to announce that Megan Mitchell (Blue Origin) […] The post THE COMMERCIAL SPACE FEDERATION (CSF) ANNOUNCES...
Voyager raises $383 million from upsized IPO
Voyager Technologies debuted on the New York Stock Exchange June 11, raising nearly $383 million in an upsized IPO that investors hope will spur more space-focused companies to go public. The post Voyager raises $383 million from upsized IPO...
Space superiority is crucial for Joint Force domin...
For decades, space-based capabilities delivered strategic value to the operational community, while real-time tactical capabilities came from ground, maritime and airborne sensors. This disconnect is rapidly disappearing in a long-overdue […] The post Space superiority is crucial for Joint...
‘Integrate’ software selected by Space Force to st...
The Seattle-based software startup secured a five-year, $25 million contract from the Space Systems Command’s Mission Manifest Office The post ‘Integrate’ software selected by Space Force to streamline satellite launches appeared first on SpaceNews.
Booster leak delays Ax-4 private astronaut mission...
A propellant leak in a Falcon 9 booster has delayed the launch of a fourth Axiom Space private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. The post Booster leak delays Ax-4 private astronaut mission to ISS appeared first on...
Whitesides says budget proposal shows the administ...
A leading Democratic member of the House Science Committee criticized the proposed steep cuts in NASA’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal. The post Whitesides says budget proposal shows the administration does not value NASA science appeared first on SpaceNews.
Live – A Conversation with Rep. George Whitesides ...
Join us on for an exclusive one-on-one conversation with Representative George Whitesides (D-CA), a freshman congressman representing California’s 27th District. Whitesides brings years of experience to Capitol Hill, having previously served as NASA’s Chief of Staff and as CEO...
AIAA’s Uniquely Interdisciplinary Space Conference...
Next month, ASCEND 2025 kicks off in Las Vegas for the fifth annual event. AIAA’s on-ramp-to-space gathering prides itself on its interdisciplinary focus: attendees will include leaders in commercial and […] The post AIAA’s Uniquely Interdisciplinary Space Conference—ASCEND—Poised for...
Lawmakers find common ground on space but Golden D...
Rep. Jeff Crank (R-Colo.), who serves on the House Armed Services Committee, said a draft defense appropriations bill unveiled June 9 signals bipartisan concerns that the U.S. is underinvesting in space capabilities. The post Lawmakers find common ground on...
Europe clears SES-Intelsat deal without conditions...
Europe has unconditionally approved SES’ plan to buy rival satellite operator Intelsat, leaving the United States as the final major regulatory hurdle in the way of the $4 billion deal. The post Europe clears SES-Intelsat deal without conditions appeared...
SpaceNews successfully launches new business offer...
Washington, D.C. – June 6, 2025 — SpaceNews proudly supported ispace-U.S. and the Commercial Space Federation to host a live lunar landing watch party for the Hakuto-R Mission 2. The […] The post SpaceNews successfully launches new business offering,...
Apogee Semiconductor Partners with ALTER Technolog...
Plano, Texas – Apogee Semiconductor, a leading provider of advanced technologies for space and extreme environments, today announced its partnership with ALTER Technology, a global provider and added value reseller […] The post Apogee Semiconductor Partners with ALTER Technology...
Quantum Space raises $40 million
Quantum Space has raised $40 million to advance development of its Ranger spacecraft with a new focus on national security applications. The post Quantum Space raises $40 million appeared first on SpaceNews.