Tag: Ground
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Neuraspace Advances Space Ops with AI-Driven LEOP Tracking and Mission Support
Neuraspace has developed its Launch and Early Operations (LEOP) Tracking & Support solution to help satellite operators, launch providers and government organizations safely manage one of the most critical phases of a space mission. The service combines advanced tracking, orbit determination, collision avoidance and communication support to improve mission reliability immediately after launch, particularly for increasingly…
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AST SpaceMobile Expands European Footprint with Top Mobile Operators
AST SpaceMobile, the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications, announced the expansion of activities in collaboration with leading mobile network operators to accelerate space-based cellular broadband connectivity across Europe. Network Integration testing activities, subject to regulatory approvals, are underway…
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ETL Systems Acquires Amphinicy to Expand End-to-End Satellite Ground Segment
ETL Systems announced the acquisition of Amphinicy Technologies, a specialist developer of software solutions for the SATCOM and Earth Observation markets. This acquisition brings together two complementary businesses in the satellite communications sector, creating a more comprehensive offering for an industry undergoing rapid technological change. As operators face growing demand for automation, virtualisation and intelligent network…
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ABL Space Systems Advances Responsive Orbital Access with the RS1 Launch Vehicle
ABL Space Systems is developing the RS1 launch vehicle to provide deployable and high-cadence access to orbit for commercial, government and defense missions. Designed from the inception for operational simplicity and rapid deployment, RS1 combines a modular launch architecture, in-house propulsion technology and streamlined manufacturing processes to support responsive launch operations from a wide range…
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Rocket Lab Completes 92nd Electron Launch for iQPS Earth-Imaging Constellation
Rocket Lab Corporation, a global leader in launch services and space systems, successfully launched the 13th Electron rocket of the year to deploy the latest satellite to space for multi-launch customer Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space (iQPS), operators of the QPS-SAR Earth-imaging constellation. ‘The Grain Goddess Provides’ mission launched from Rocket Lab Launch Complex…
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Telesat Secures $2.3 Billion Arctic Military Satcom Contract
Telesat LEO ULC, one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators, announced that it has signed a $2.3 billion Telesat Lightspeed services contract with Canada’s Defence Investment Agency (DIA) to deliver secure Military Ka-band (Mil-Ka) Arctic connectivity to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) under the Enhanced Satellite Communications Project – Polar (ESCP-P) program.…
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Spire Global Secures $3 Million NOAA Contract Extension for Hyperspectral Sounder Data
Spire Global, a global provider of satellite data, analytics, and intelligence, has been awarded a $3 million, six-month contract extension by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to continue evaluating data from Spire’s Hyperspectral Microwave Sounder (HyMS). The award includes an additional, unfunded option for three months of data valued at $2 million. Building…
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Frontgrade Strengthens Executive Team to Support Growing Space and Defense Technologies
Frontgrade Technologies Inc., a leading provider of mission-critical electronics and subsystems, announced the expansion of the executive leadership team as it continues to invest in the capabilities for the next generation of space, defense and intelligence missions. Spanning finance, information technology, operations, reputation, go-to-market and product leadership, the appointments reinforce Frontgrade’s commitment to accelerating innovation…
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Gravitics Advances Space Cargo and Logistics With Flexible In-Orbit Delivery
Gravitics is developing turnkey space cargo and logistics solutions designed to transport assets where they are needed in orbit while providing flexible services beyond conventional cargo resupply. Its cargo spacecraft is designed for efficient delivery operations and can optionally remain in orbit as a storage module after completing its delivery mission or serve as a…
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Kreios Space Selects Kongsberg NanoAvionics for VLEO Demonstration Mission
Kreios Space, the VLEO satellite specialist, will be the first company in history to launch a satellite with an air-breathing electric propulsion (ABEP) into orbit. To test its technology, the company is using a microsatellite bus by Kongsberg NanoAvionics, a leading small satellite manufacturer and mission integrator. Kreios Space’s ABEP aims to pave the way…