Space/C4ISR
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Amentum secures $4 billion U.S. Space Force contract to modernise space launch operations
Amentum, through its wholly owned subsidiary Jacobs Technology Inc., has been awarded the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) by the United States Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command, with a ceiling value of $4 billion.
Falcon 9 successfully launches US Space Force’s Boeing X-37B spaceplane into orbit
On August 22, a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying the unmanned Boeing X-37B spaceplane belonging to the US Space Force.
Imagery for a tactical edge. On-Demand intelligence without delay
BlackSky’s On-Demand monitoring services provide instant access to time-sensitive intelligence, delivering global, real-time intelligence coverage for surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) with a speed, reach and cost-effectiveness that outpaces traditional government-owned systems.
U.S. Space Force activates Systems Delta 85 to enhance integrated space capabilities
Space Systems Command has activated Systems Delta 85 (SYD 85) during a ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base on 8 August, further strengthening the U.S. Space Force’s acquisition and operational framework.
BlackSky secures seven-figure contract with HEO to expand automated space domain imaging
BlackSky Technology Inc. has signed a seven-figure Gen-2 space domain awareness expansion contract with HEO.
GMV supports COVE and Spanish Space Command with Spainsat NG1 tracking in Global Sentinel initiative
GMV has supported the Space Surveillance and Operations Center of the Spanish Space Command during the Real-World Event held from 3 to 7 August as part of the Global Sentinel international initiative.
Northrop Grumman GEM 63XL boosters propel first certified flight of ULA Vulcan rocket
Four 63-inch-diameter extended length Graphite Epoxy Motors (GEM 63XL) from Northrop Grumman delivered nearly two million pounds of thrust during the first certified launch of United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket.