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Space Command Ranks Offensive Fires, Counter-Constellation Systems as Top Capability Needs
The Integrated Priorities List reflects Space Command’s assessment of capability gaps based on emerging threats, planned Pentagon investments and technologies under development. Whiting said the list is intended to direct the attention of the military services, government laboratories, research organizations and industry toward problems the command believes are not being adequately addressed. “This isn’t just…
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Telesat Remains Optimistic About Lightspeed Despite Shaky 1H26 Financial Results, Looming Debt
Canadian satellite operator Telesat’s latest financial results paint a picture of short-term pain in the first six months of 2026 and raises concern over debt that matures in the next year and a half. According to its first half report issued Thursday, the operator remains confident that it go into full global commercial service with…
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Mantis Space Appoints Ex-Boeing Exec as CTO
Mantis Space has appointed ex-Boeing exec Dale Parkes as its new CTO. His appointment comes as the company is building its constellation of spacecraft to orbit Earth in almost continual sunlight and transmit power using lasers to other satellites’ solar arrays when they are in Earth’s shadow. Mantis Space announced the appointment, Aug. 12. During…
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Apogeo Space Advances Space Services from Mission Operations and IoT Connectivity
Apogeo Space is providing an integrated portfolio of upstream and downstream space services designed to support organizations throughout the complete lifecycle of satellite missions. From spacecraft assembly and launch preparation to mission operations, ground station communications and satellite-enabled Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, the company offers infrastructure and technical services that help simplify mission development…
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Astranis Unveils Perceptor, an SDA Product for GEO
Astranis found problems with existing SDA tech while operating in GEO—so it built a tool to fix it. The company on Wednesday announced Perceptor, an SDA and maneuverability platform designed to operate in higher—and strategically important—orbits, including GEO. The announcement comes just three months after Astranis brought in a whopping $450M+ in new funding, including…
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Marlink to Acquire U.K. Defense Comms Specialist GRC
Marlink has made a significant move as it looks to better position itself in the European government, defense and critical infrastructure markets. It is to acquire Global RadioData Communications (GRC), a U.K. specialist in communication networks for defense and government customers. Marlink announced the deal, Aug. 11. Marlink will be adding a long-standing U.K. operation…
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Space42 and Leonardo DRS to Boost UAE National Security
Space42 has signed a key new sovereign national security deal with Leonardo DRS to boost security across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The MoU will see Leonardo DRS contribute its expertise in C5ISR mission systems while Space42 will provide secure, AI-enabled satellite communications and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) connectivity. The deal was announced, Aug.…
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ARQUIMEA Advances Spacecraft Deployment With Resettable REACT Release Mechanisms
ARQUIMEA is advancing spacecraft deployment technology with the REACT Hold-Down & Release Mechanisms (HDRM) and space actuators, a family of 5 kN, 15 kN and 35 kN space-qualified mechanisms designed to securely hold payloads during transportation and launch and release them through electrical activation once the spacecraft reaches its required orbital position. Based on Shape Memory…
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How to Pitch the Space Force: Green and Red Flags
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Astranis Moves Into Space Surveillance With New Perceptor Satellite
Astranis has built its business around microGEO satellites, small geostationary spacecraft weighing a few hundred kilograms, considerably lighter than traditional multi-ton communications satellites. The company has used the platform primarily to provide dedicated broadband capacity and has sought to adapt it for national security missions. Perceptor is built on that same platform and represents an…