Lithuania launches Cyber Command to bolster national defence and cybersecurity
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has officially launched the Lithuanian Cyber Command (LTCYBERCOM), a new unit within the Lithuanian Armed Forces.
U.S. Space Force’s Eastern Range breaks records with 93 space launches in 2024
The Eastern Range, managed by Space Launch Delta 45 (SLD 45), has cemented its status as the world’s busiest spaceport in 2024.
U.S. Space Force establishes 33rd Range Squadron to bolster cyber defence
The U.S. Space Force has taken a significant step in advancing its cybersecurity capabilities by officially activating the 33rd Range Squadron (RGS) at Schriever Space Force Base.
K2 Space secures contract with U.S. Space Force for groundbreaking satellite mission
K2 Space, an American space technology company, has signed a USD 60 million contract with the U.S. Space Force to launch its first Mega Class satellite.
Maxar secures USD 35 million in contracts for advanced satellite imagery and geospatial solutions
Maxar Intelligence, a leader in secure geospatial solutions, has announced USD 35 million in new contracts with two government customers in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
ICEYE expands SAR satellite constellation with launch of two new satellites
ICEYE has announced the successful launch of two new satellites, further enhancing its Earth observation and persistent monitoring capabilities.
U.S. Space Force accelerates GPS III satellite launch with Rapid Response initiative
The U.S. Space Force successfully launched a GPS III satellite, named SV-07, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket on 16 December from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.
Terma to support ESA’s Ramses mission to advance planetary defence
Danish technology company Terma has announced its involvement in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Ramses mission, aimed at enhancing planetary defence capabilities.
ESA awards EUR 350 million contracts to Avio for Vega-C and Vega-E developments
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed two contracts with international aerospace company Avio, valued at approximately EUR 350 million.
FMV commissions SSC to develop satellite launch capability at Esrange Space Center
The Swedish FMV has commissioned the Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) to establish a foundational capability for launching satellites from the Esrange Space Center.
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ESA uses submarines to study isolation and stress for space missions [VIDEO]
ESA, the Portuguese Space Agency and the Portuguese Navy are now using these vessels of underwater exploration to recreate isolation and confinement challenges in space.
Satcube secures EUR 1 million terminal order via EU SatCom Market
Swedish space technology company Satcube has announced a significant purchase order worth EUR 1 million through the EU SatCom Market.