AXESS Networks Expands Offshore Connectivity in Northern Europe
AXESS Networks Maritime, a global leader of satellite-based maritime communications solutions, announced today, that it has been assigned by Teleserve P/F, a Faroe Islands based communications service provider, to deliver encompassing connectivity services for their clients’ maritime operations in Northern Europe.
Arianespace to Launch JUICE, Europe’s First Mission to Jupiter, with Ariane 5
On April 13, 2023 at 09:15 a.m. local time (12:15 p.m. UTC), Arianespace’s next Ariane 5 mission will lift off from Europe’s Spaceport, French Guiana, with the JUICE space probe. The mission’s duration will be a little less than 28 minutes.
2degrees Announces Satellite-to-cell Trial with Global LEO Satellite Provider Lynk
Along with global satellite provider Lynk, 2degrees has announced a trial of technology that enables customers to connect from areas outside of terrestrial mobile coverage – bringing 2degrees closer to providing mobile connectivity everywhere in New Zealand.
Virgin Orbit to Continue Sale Process Under Chapter 11 Protection
Virgin Orbit Holdings, Inc. and its U.S. subsidiaries, (the “Company” or “Virgin Orbit”), a responsive space launch provider, announced today that it commenced a voluntary proceeding under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code (“Chapter 11”) in the United States Bankruptcy Court in the District of Delaware in order to effectuate a sale of the business.
NASA Names Astronauts to Next Moon Mission, First Crew Under Artemis
NASA and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) announced the four astronauts who will venture around the Moon on Artemis II, the first crewed mission on NASA’s path to establishing a long-term presence at the Moon for science and exploration through Artemis.
Astrocast and Yahsat’s Mobility Arm Thuraya Strengthen Collaboration Through a Strategic Investment in LEO IoT
Astrocast, a leading global nanosatellite IoT network operator announces today that the company has concluded Heads of Terms for an investment agreement with Thuraya Telecommunications Company, the mobile satellite services subsidiary of the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (“Yahsat” or “the Group”), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (“ADX”; under the symbol: YAHSAT, ISIN: AEA007501017).
Space Development Agency Successfully Launches Tranche 0 Satellites
The Space Development Agency (SDA) today announced the successful initial launch of Tranche 0 (T0) of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), the Transport and Tracking Layer satellites that will demonstrate the low-latency communication links to support the warfighter with a resilient network of integrated capabilities, including tracking of advanced missile threats, from low-Earth orbit (LEO).
Spire Global Awarded National Reconnaissance Office Contract for Radio Frequency Data
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR), a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, was awarded a contract by the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) for commercial radio frequency (RF) remote sensing.
Lockheed Martin selected as preferred bidder for JP9102, the Australian Defence Satellite Communications System
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) welcomes today's announcement that it has been selected by the Commonwealth of Australia as the preferred bidder for Project JP9102, the Australian Defence Satellite Communications System.
Ovzon Expands its Offering with Partner Nigma Conseil Through a Follow-up Order
Ovzon expands its On-the-Move (OTM) SATCOM-as-a-Service offering with the partner Nigma Conseil through an initial order at a value of MUSD 0.6. The order includes both industry-leading OTM terminals and dedicated solutions development and support.
Momentus’ Pioneering Propulsion System Successfully Completes Initial Tests in Space
Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS) ("Momentus" or the "Company"), a U.S. commercial space company that offers transportation and other in-space infrastructure services, today announced that the Company has successfully completed the initial test sequence on-orbit of its pioneering Microwave Electrothermal Thruster (MET) that relies on solar power and uses distilled water as a propellant.
Planet to Acquire Sinergise Business to Expand its Data Analysis Platform
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about Earth, recently announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the business of Holding Sinergise d.o.o. (“Sinergise”), a leading developer platform for earth observation (EO) data.
e& and E-Space Collaborate to Drive Global Innovation in Advanced Internet of Things (IoT) and Digital Transformation Solutions
e& and E-Space, a global space company focused on bridging Earth and space with the world’s most sustainable Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network, today announced plans to develop advanced global IoT, Smart-IoT and digital transformation solutions.
Unseenlabs will Launch BRO-9, its 9th Satellite Dedicated to Vessels Geolocation from Space
Unseenlabs, the first world radio frequency data and solutions provider for Maritime Domain Awareness, is announcing the coming launch of BRO-9, the 9th satellite of its constellation dedicated to the geolocation of all the vessels at sea. BRO-9 will be launched in April 2023 as part of Transporter-7 Mission aboard SpaceX’s launcher Falcon 9 from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This launch is a step forward for the development of Unseenlabs.
Sealift Incorporated Counts on Inmarsat Fleet Hotspot to Meet Crew Connectivity Requirements
Established in 1975 in New York, United States, Sealift Incorporated is a privately held shipping company. The corporation’s owned fleet of six container ships relies on services from Inmarsat, a world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, to meet connectivity requirements at sea.
Ubotica Expands Technical Advisory Board with Appointment of Tony McDonald
Ubotica Technologies™, a leading provider of smarts for smart satellites, is pleased to announce that Tony McDonald has joined its Technical Advisory Board.