Tag: Ground
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Airbus Skynet 6A Satellite Completes Coupling of Communications and Service Modules
The UK’s next-generation military communications satellite, Skynet 6A – has completed the coupling of its communications and service modules. The spacecraft, designed and built at Airbus’ Stevenage and Portsmouth plants, will provide vital communications services for Britain’s armed forces and has achieved the major milestone at the National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) in Harwell, Oxfordshire. The…
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L3Harris Breaks Ground on Advanced Rocket Motor Facilities in Virginia
L3Harris Technologies has broken ground on the construction of five new solid rocket motor facilities in Virginia that will boost production to support key national defense programs. The new facilities will incorporate modular factory design, robotic flex cells, automated progressive casting, and improved handling and assembly throughout the production line. “L3Harris’ growth in Virginia is…
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Infostellar and ASTRO GATE Partner on Spaceport and Ground Station Development
Infostellar, a leading Ground Segment as a Service (GSaaS) provider for orbital satellites, and ASTRO GATE, a pioneer in spaceport planning and operations, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on spaceport development and ground station deployment. Under this MoU, ASTRO GATE will leverage its extensive expertise and global network in spaceport development…
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York Space Secures US Space Force Contract for Rapid Satellite Deployment
York Space Systems (York), the Denver-based aerospace company dedicated to the rapid deployment of complete space mission solutions, today announced its selection by the U.S. Space Force for a $237 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to procure small satellites supporting national security missions. The contract award is designed to enable faster and more flexible…
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Advanced Navigation Successfully Demonstrates GNSS-Denied Navigation Solution
Advanced Navigation, a global leader in autonomous systems and navigation technologies, has successfully demonstrated a hybrid solution for long-endurance GNSS-denied navigation, proving that a software-fused inertial-centered architecture is the defining standard for autonomy. “The world is evolving, and navigation must evolve with it. GPS is disturbingly vulnerable to challenging environments, harsh weather conditions, and cyberattacks,…
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MDA Space Increased SatixFy Acquisition Offer by 43% Amid Revised Merger Agreement
MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, and SatixFy Communications Ltd., a leader in next-generation satellite communication systems based on in-house-developed chipsets, announced that they have agreed to amend the terms of the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated April 1, 2025 among SatixFy Communications Ltd., MDA Space…
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GITAI Advances Robotic Space Labor with Cost Efficiency and Safety in Orbit
GITAI was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Torrance, California, USA, with a subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan. The company relocated its headquarters from Japan to the U.S. in 2023 to expand its presence in the U.S. space and defense markets. It aims to provide safe, affordable, and reliable robotic labor in space, reducing operational…
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Ovzon Secures $5.7 million Renewal Order from European Customer
Ovzon has received a 12-month order for renewal of services from an existing European customer. The order is for Ovzon’s SATCOM-as-a-Service including an exclusive high-performing satellite network and Ovzon’s dedicated customer support. The order value amounts to 5.7 MUSD (approximately 55 MSEK) and the renewed agreement ensures uninterrupted continuation of service. Also Read: What are…
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Intelsat and Cubic³ Completes Vehicle Satellite Connectivity Test
Intelsat and Cubic³ have successfully completed a critical vehicle satellite connectivity test, marking a significant milestone in their joint mission to create a seamless connectivity service for all types of vehicles. The test demonstrated successful integration between Intelsat satellites and Cubic³’s software platform, showcasing how terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks can seamlessly link to deliver always-on…
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ATLAS Successfully Demonstrates Freedom Platform for Secure Satellite Ground Operations
ATLAS Space Operations, including its wholly owned subsidiary Freedom Space Technologies, announced the successful completion of a series of demonstrations showcasing its Freedom Software Platform’s ability to integrate diverse government and commercial satellite ground station networks for the U.S. Air Force Research Lab and Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). These demonstrations validated a transformative approach to…