China set for high-stakes moon program and reusable launch tests to close out 2025
SYDNEY — China is preparing a series of tests and launches in the final quarter of 2025 crucial…
Satellite operators seek help from ITU to improve coordination for space safety
SYDNEY — Satellite operators are asking an international regulator to help maintain lines of communication among them to…
Kayhan Space releases free software to speed up satellite visualization
TAMPA, Fla. — Orbital traffic software firm Kayhan Space released a free online tool Sept. 30 that it…
Firefly Alpha booster destroyed in ground test
SYDNEY — The booster that was to launch the return-to-flight mission of Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket was destroyed…
Eartheye to offer tasking of satellites looking up and down
SYDNEY, Australia — Eartheye Space will begin offering self-service tasking of satellites looking into space in addition to…
China boosts broadband, IoT and weather satellite fleets with flurry of launches
SYDNEY, Australia — A flurry of launch activity has seen China add to an Internet of Things constellation,…
Beyond Gravity to supply robotic arms for Swissto12 small GEO satellites
TAMPA, Fla. — Beyond Gravity has secured a contract to deliver robotic arm thruster pointing mechanisms for the…
NASA modifies Dream Chaser ISS cargo contract as Sierra Space shifts to defense work
WASHINGTON — Sierra Space and NASA have sharply revised a contract to use the company’s Dream Chaser vehicle…
Chinese spacecraft image Maxar remote sensing and U.S. early warning satellites
HELSINKI — Chinese spacecraft have imaged orbiting U.S. commercial and military assets as the two countries seek to…
Scaling up IRIS² to meet evolving demands
SAN FRANCISCO – European civil space leaders suggested expanding their flagship campaign to develop a secure communications constellation.…
NASA safety panel warns Starship lunar lander could be delayed by years
PARIS — NASA safety advisers say they doubt the lunar lander version of SpaceX’s Starship will be ready…
Does Europe need a spaceplane?
PARIS – Europe should be investing in disruptive capabilities like spaceplanes, said Maj. Gen. Philippe Koffi, French armament…