Government use of commercial procurement models has limitations in space
WASHINGTON — While government agencies are increasingly turning to commercial contracting mechanisms for space capabilities, that does not…
Office of Space Commerce releases mission authorization proposal
WASHINGTON — The Office of Space Commerce has rolled out its proposal for a “light touch” approach to…
Telesat eyes defense role with laser comms test ahead of LEO debut
WASHINGTON — As it prepares to launch the first satellites for its Lightspeed low Earth orbit constellation, Telesat…
NASA proposes new strategy for commercial space stations
WASHINGTON — NASA, concerned about slow development of commercial markets, is considering revamping its strategy for supporting the…
China’s Astronstone raises $29 million for reusable rocket with chopstick-style recovery
HELSINKI — Astronstone, one of China’s younger launch startups, has secured new funding as it builds toward the…
Geopolitical shifts bring opportunities and headaches for satellite execs
TAMPA, Fla. — A shifting geopolitical landscape is driving huge business opportunities for satcoms but also bringing new…
Space Development Agency slows satellite launches to focus on on-orbit performance
WASHINGTON — The Space Development Agency is slowing the pace of launches for the Pentagon’s low Earth orbit…
The software behind Artemis, Gateway and America’s defense in space deserves its own strategy
When we talk about national space infrastructure, we talk about rockets, launch pads and ground stations. We invest…
York Space rides defense demand as procurement changes cloud outlook
WASHINGTON — York Space Systems last week reported sharply higher revenue in 2025 and narrowing losses as it…
Arianespace to launch Katalyst servicing spacecraft
WASHINGTON — Katalyst Space Technologies will launch a geosynchronous orbit servicing spacecraft on an Ariane 6 in 2027.…
Sovereign demand and institutional capital reshape space economy
TAMPA, Fla. — Large infrastructure funds are “carefully looking” into entering the space sector, Seraphim Space CEO Mark…
Amazon Leo targets faster deployment cadence as deadline pressure mounts
TAMPA, Fla. — Amazon vowed to double the annual launch rate for its low Earth orbit broadband constellation…