OHB Systems AG (OHB) will build the satellites for SpaceLink’s data relay constellation in a contract that is expected to exceed $300 million in value. The companies announced the deal on Thursday, and are in the process of finalizing the contract.  SpaceLink, a subsidiary of Electro Optic Systems (EOS), plans to build a constellation of…

PPM Systems has released new RF components for its satellite and defense customers, the company announced Sept. 26. The company has unveiled a series of high power broadband diplexers, plus new low to high power Radio Frequency (RF) phase shifters. Among the new products is the CMIDX series of high-power broadband diplexers. These are designed…

The satellite industry has been hit hard by a succession of global supply chain crises during the pandemic — including the worldwide microchip shortage. But a panel of executives from satellite manufacturers told a session Wednesday at the SATELLITE 2021 conference that the experience had helped them re-imagine the way they work with their suppliers…

Rocket Lab has started construction on a new facility that will increase production of reaction wheels to fulfill growing demand from satellite constellation customers. The company said this expansion comes after it has signed deals to supply reaction wheels for a number of undisclosed satellite constellations. The company said the facility will be able to…