Space Defence: creation of a NATO space Centre of Excellence in Toulouse
In 18th January 2023, the signing of the “operational” memorandum of understanding in Paris marked the creation of the NATO space Centre Of Excellence (COE).
European 5G leaders join forces with Europe’s defence industry in 5G COMPAD
The European Defence Fund (EDF) has just awarded a new project, 5G COMPAD – 5G Communications for Peacekeeping and Defence, in collaboration with EU-based 5G companies and researchers.
Northrop Grumman, AT&T and Fujitsu demonstrate 5G-powered open architecture capabilities to support joint force
Northrop Grumman, AT&T and Fujitsu recently demonstrated 5G-enabled intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities in Northrop Grumman’s new 5G lab.
MilDef opens a subsidiary in Denmark for accelerate expansion
The Swedish company MilDef seeks to strengthen its position in the Danish market and opens a subsidiary.
EU and Japan to share data from observation satellites
Director-General Timo Pesonen has signed, on behalf of the European Commission, a Copernicus Cooperation Arrangement with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan.
Thailand acquires SAR solution based on Thales Alenia Space’s technology
Thales Alenia Space has signed a contract with prime contractor Appworks to provide Thailand with a complete Search And Rescue (SAR) operational system based on the COSPAS-SARSAT MEOSAR Service.
Northrop Grumman-built satellite to support US Space Force national security mission
Northrop Grumman's Long Duration Propulsive ESPA (LDPE)-3A spacecraft launched successfully in support of the USSF-67 mission.
QinetiQ’s Team Pegasus awarded GPB 80 million mission data partnership contract by MoD
The UK MoD has signed an GBP 80 million, 10 year industry partnership, with QinetiQ-led Team Pegasus enhancing the UK’s ability to provide its military platforms and systems with the data needed to keep them safe and effective.
Spaceport Esrange ready for satellite launches
“This spaceport offers an independent European gateway to space. It is exactly the infrastructure we need, not only to continue to innovate but also to further explore the final frontier,” said Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.
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Head of POLSA: “We have to be present in orbits and constantly develop new technologies” [INTERVIEW]
“We can clearly view in Ukraine what gives the advantage for the Ukrainian army. The support of different nations providing satellite data, satellite imagery and telecommunication is absolutely crucial for Ukrainian forces”, says professor Grzegorz Wrochna, the President of the Polish Space Agency (POLSA).
The space domain and the Russo-Ukrainian war: Actors, tools, and impact
During the Russo-Ukrainian war, the space domain has arguably been used in a more versatile manner than in any previous conflict, duly providing a major learning opportunity for Western countries.
Rheinmetall expands strategic partnership with blackned GmbH
Rheinmetall is deepening its strategic ties with high-tech software maker blackned GmbH of Heimertingen, Germany.