Tag: Satellite
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Rocket Lab Schedules Sixth Mission for Constellation Operator iQPS
Rocket Lab, a global leader in launch services and space systems, announced the launch window for its next mission for multi-launch customer Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, a Japan-based Earth imaging company. The mission will be Electron’s 74th launch to date and 16th mission this year. The upcoming dedicated launch, named ‘The Nation God Navigates’,…
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KONGSBERG and Andøya Space Join Forces to Advance Norway’s Space Sector
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Andøya Space have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in several domains of strategic importance to Norway and its allies. The MoU outlines a joint ambition to identify, define, and pursue business opportunities within the space domain, drone segment, and C4ISR. Given the investments already made within…
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ST Engineering iDirect Announces Availability of Intuition Ground System
ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, announced the general availability of Intuition 1.1, its next-generation ground system. Built on a cloud-native, multi-orbit architecture, this release introduces advanced capabilities designed to unify satellite operations, enhance adaptability and maximise efficiency. The foundation of Intuition is its efficient, cloud-native architecture, which reduces compute resource requirements…
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Sateliot and ESA Partner to Reduce GPS Reliance and Expand Satellite IoT for Defense
Sateliot, a leading satellite telecommunications operator in 5G IoT connectivity, will test a pioneering system that allows its satellites to connect with IoT devices without relying on satellite navigation systems (GNSS) such as the American GPS. This breakthrough opens new opportunities in sectors such as Defense and Security, where Europe’s technological autonomy and operation in…
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Novaspace Projects $665 Billion in Satellite Build and Launch Activity
Novaspace launches the 28th edition of Satellites to Be Built and Launched, revealing a decade of record-breaking orbital growth. More than 43,000 satellites are expected to launch by 2035, averaging 12 satellites and 8 tons of payload every day. This surge is set to drive a $665 billion market in manufacturing and launch services, fueled…
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GomSpace Secures ESA Contract to Advance Satellite Control Software
GomSpace has secured a significant contract valued at EUR 760,000 (8.5 MSEK) with the European Space Agency (ESA) to accelerate the development of its next-generation Attitude and Orbit Control Software (AOCS) to be rolled out in the next 18 months. This contract marks a pivotal step in advancing satellite positioning and orientation capabilities for both…
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NovaSpace: Consulting to Generate the Next Era of Space Innovation
NovaSpace is emerging as a leading global consulting firm in the space sector, offering strategic guidance, technical expertise, and market intelligence across key domains such as satellites, Earth observation, launch systems, ground infrastructure, and space logistics. With a mission to shape sustainable and commercially viable space ventures, the company supports clients from concept to operations…
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Kongsberg NanoAvionics Selected by ESA to Develop Spacecraft for ESA-EC “IOD/IOV” Program
ESA, through its European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC), has selected Lithuania’s Kongsberg NanoAvionics (NanoAvionics) to build a large CubeSat platform for its in-orbit demonstration/in-orbit validation (IOD/IOV) programme. Under the project name IHE1-5 CubeSat, NanoAvionics, a leading small satellite bus manufacturer and mission integrator, will build a 12-16U IOD/IOV spacecraft. In particular, the company…
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Satellogic Launches Very-High Resolution Platform for AI-First Earth Observation
Satellogic, a leader in satellite manufacturing and Earth observation data, confirmed the launch of its newest very high-resolution satellite platform, marking a major milestone in the company’s next phase of growth. Designed to meet global demand for sovereign space capabilities, NextGen builds on the company’s proven NewSat architecture, backed by more than a decade of…
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Malin Space Science Systems: Developing Next-Generation Imaging Solutions for Space Exploration
Malin Space Science Systems (MSSS), based in San Diego, California, stands as one of the most influential names in space imaging and planetary exploration. Founded in 1990, the company has built a stellar reputation for designing and manufacturing advanced camera systems and imaging subsystems for spacecraft. Its cutting-edge technologies have played pivotal roles in NASA’s…