U.S. Space Force awards $1.2 billion missile tracking satellite contract to BAE Systems
BAE Systems has been awarded a $1.2 billion contract by U.S. Space Systems Command to deliver missile tracking satellite capabilities for the U.S. Space Force.
Rocket Lab to acquire Geost, expanding capabilities in missile defence and space payloads
Rocket Lab has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the parent holding company of Geost, LLC, an Arizona-based specialist in electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) payloads for national security satellites.
Lockheed Martin launches eighth GPS III satellite into orbit from Florida
The eighth GPS III satellite, designed and built by Lockheed Martin, was successfully launched into orbit at 1:37 p.m. EDT on 30 May from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.
Lockheed Martin awarded $510 million contract for two additional GPS IIIF satellites
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $509.8 million contract modification by the U.S. Air Force for the production of two additional Global Positioning System III Follow-On (GPS IIIF) satellites.
BlackSky and Rocket Lab confirm launch window for next-generation satellite
BlackSky Technology Inc. and Rocket Lab USA, Inc. have announced the launch window for the second Gen-3 satellite will open on 27 May.
ICEYE and IHI sign agreement to develop SAR satellite constellation in Japan
ICEYE, a global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations, and Japan’s IHI Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a SAR satellite constellation of up to 24 satellites.
Airbus: Skynet 6A Satellite reaches key assembly milestone in UK defence programme
Airbus has successfully completed the integration of its next-generation military communications satellite, Skynet 6A, marking a key milestone in the UK’s defence space capabilities.
ICEYE and Safran forge strategic partnership to enhance geospatial intelligence
Space technology company ICEYE and aerospace giant Safran have announced a long-term strategic partnership to develop cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for geospatial intelligence (GEOINT).
Poland acquires SAR satellites from ICEYE to strengthen defence capabilities
ICEYE, a global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology, has signed an agreement with the Ministry of National Defense of Poland to supply three SAR satellites to the Polish Armed Forces.
BlackSky signs early access agreements with international defence customers for Gen-3 services
BlackSky Technology Inc. has secured early access agreements with multiple international defence sector customers for its Gen-3 real-time, space-based monitoring capabilities.
Rheinmetall and ICEYE to establish joint venture for satellite production
German defence technology company Rheinmetall and SAR satellite manufacturer ICEYE have announced plans to establish a joint venture named Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions.
BlackSky completes commissioning of first Gen-3 satellite ahead of schedule
BlackSky Technology Inc. has announced the successful and early completion of commissioning for its first Gen-3 satellite.