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Opinion
FCC’s New Rules for ISAM May Influence How the Nascent Technology Develops
It’s not every day that the FCC proposes an entirely new rule section to address an emerging technology. But it may be a signal of the technology’s potential when it […]
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Partner Content
A New Era of Connectivity with JUPITER 3
Sponsored By: The launch of JUPITER™ 3 on July 28, 2023, from Kennedy Space Center marked the beginning of a new era of connectivity. The largest commercial communications satellite ever […]
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Finance
Terran Orbital Works Out Differences With Concerned Shareholders
Terran Orbital on Monday said it has reached agreement with a group of investors that had been seeking management and other changes, including the replacement of current CEO Marc Bell, although […]
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Government/Military
Space Systems Command Selects Northrop Grumman For Space Refueling Standard and Tanker
Northrop Grumman on Monday said its Passive Refueling Module (PRM) has been selected by Space Systems Command (SSC) as the first refueling interface standard to refuel satellites in space to […]
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Government/Military
SDA Director Tournear Addresses Concerns About Fixed-Price Contracts
Despite concerns from some in industry that bidding on fixed-price contracts can be too risky for them in terms of generating a profit, the head of the Space Development Agency […]
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Magazine
WRC-27: A Three-Course Meal from a Very Slow Kitchen
The agenda for the next World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-27) features numerous intriguing items. But, if I were asked to pick a few for a three-course meal from the 19 on […]
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Launch
Will 2024 Be a Year of Rocket Debuts?
Ten years ago, governments around the globe forecast a broad swath of new rockets would be in service by now. No one would have predicted that SpaceX would dominate the […]
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Interview
Former Virgin Orbit CEO Dan Hart on the Milestones, Hopes, and Heartbreaks of Virgin Orbit’s Journey
In 2017, Dan Hart left his 34-year career at Boeing to embark on a new adventure as CEO of Virgin Orbit. Working for Richard Branson’s startup was the opportunity of […]
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Industry
The New Space Spark: Retrospective of the Start of a Revolution
Dan Hart began his three-decade career at Boeing in 1983, a path that led him into many enviable adventures — from working in Europe, gaining experience from engineers who had […]
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Government/Military
SDA Awards L3Harris, Lockheed Martin, and Sierra Space Tranche 2 Tracking Layer Contracts
The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency (SDA) said on Jan. 16 that it has awarded contracts worth up to $2.5 billion to three companies for 54 infrared sensor-equipped satellites […]
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Opinion
What to Watch for in the Smallsat Industry in 2024
2024 should be a remarkable year of achievements in the space industry. I’m excited by several activities converging in the aerospace industry and how they will affect satellite manufacturing. A […]
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Government/Military
NGA Issues Solicitation for New, $290M Economic Indicator Monitoring Contract LUNO
Due to significant demand under an existing contract for geospatial-intelligence (GEOINT) data to analyze visible economic indicators, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) plans to award a new contract for commercial […]
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Opinion
The Big Impact of Small Data
Thanks to Starlink and OneWeb, broadband from the sky dominates the view of the satellite data business for both the industry and the public. It’s all about hundreds of Mbps […]
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Opinion
How WRC-23 Set the Path for a Framework for the Future of Space Communications
With the 2023 World Radiocommunications Conference (WRC) behind us it is time to look ahead to WRC-27. And what a road it will be to get there. WRC-23 made progress […]
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Government/Military
L3Harris Completes CDR for Tranche 1 Tracking Layer Satellites for the SDA
L3Harris Technologies said on Dec. 20 that it has completed Critical Design Review and Production Readiness Review (PRR) for the 16 Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites the company is to build […]
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Government/Military
SDA Goal to Field 8 ‘FOO Fighter’ Satellite Constellation
The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency (SDA) wants companies to submit proposals by Jan. 19 for a four to eight satellite constellation to detect/track hypersonic and other advanced missiles […]
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Opinion
Global Governments Are Using Satellites to Safeguard Infrastructure and Close Critical Gaps
In today’s world, where recent global events underscore the fact that unpredictability is evident, satellites serve as a reliable safeguard for our crucial communication infrastructure. They provide protection in the […]
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Government/Military
NRO Awards 5 Contracts for Commercial Electro-Optical Imagery
The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) said on Dec. 5 that it has awarded Airbus‘ U.S. space and defense division, Albedo Space, Hydrosat, Muon Space, and Turion Space Strategic Commercial Enhancements (SCE) contracts “to assess and leverage […]
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Partner Content
Mobility Antennas – Let’s Build the Future of Connectivity
The SpaceBridge mobility antennas are specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of the most challenging and mission-critical applications. Crafted with precision and cutting-edge technology, these […]
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Government/Military
Space Force Set to Launch X-37B Test Vehicle Aboard SpaceX Falcon Heavy
U.S. Space Systems Command on Nov. 30 said it is targeting December 10 for the launch of an X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch vehicle, marking the […]
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Government/Military
DoD Innovation Unit Issues New Hybrid Space Architecture Solicitation
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) on Wednesday issued a solicitation for a hybrid space architecture (HSA) that integrates commercial space sensor and communications capabilities with government space systems for rapid military, civil, […]
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Opinion
Navigating the Complexities of Smart Shipping on the Path to Decarbonization
The world is striving to combat the threat of climate change, and industries across the globe are being required to evaluate their environmental impact and improve sustainability. Over 80 percent […]
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Opinion
Eyes in the Sky: How Satellite Data Transforms Economic Modeling
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently unveiled its PortWatch platform, a groundbreaking application resulting from a collaborative effort with partners such as the World Bank, Oxford University, the United Nations, […]
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Technology
The State of the Optical Communications Market
Laser communications terminals provide increased data rates, which means they are able to send and receive more information in a single transmission compared to systems based on radio frequency. Future […]
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Europe
Ukraine’s Space Startups Recalibrate to Meet the Challenges of the War
The Ukrainian space tech startup scene was only taking its first breaths when the Russian army invaded Ukraine. The war may set its development back, but it could also give […]
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Technology
10 Tech Trends That Will Impact the Satellite Industry in 2024
As we enter 2024, the opportunities for satellite technology development seem as vast and unending as outer space itself. Certain technology trends remain powerful drivers across the space domain year […]
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Imagery and Sensing
NOAA Grants Satellogic Remote Sensing License as Company Looks to Boost US Business
Satellogic on Tuesday said it has received a remote sensing license from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a key milestone in the company’s quest to expand its U.S. government […]
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Opinion
Inside 3 Topics for WRC: Earth Stations in Motion, Direct-to-Device, and HAPS
Following four years of intense technical and regulatory work under the framework of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), national administrations and non-governmental organizations began meeting this week for the World […]
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Finance
Firefly Aerospace Gathers $300 Million in New Financing
Firefly Aerospace last week said it has raised about $300 million in the past eight months, adding that it is generating additional interest from investors following the startup’s successful tactical responsive […]
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Partner Content
How to Select the Right Telecom Partner When Building Satellite Ground Infrastructure
Sponsored by: Telstra boasts a long-standing legacy in the field of satellite communication. With decades of experience in delivering satellite connectivity solutions, Telstra has played a significant role in shaping […]



























