Chinese spaceplane releases object into orbit, according to commercial space surveillance
HELSINKI — China’s secretive spaceplane has released an object into orbit during its ongoing fourth mission, according to space surveillance firm…
PLD Space raises $209 million to shift into serial rocket production
PLD Space has raised $209 million to ramp up production of the Spanish startup’s Miura 5 launch vehicle, marking the largest funding round for…
House Science Committee leaders criticize FCC rulemaking on space safety
The leaders of the House Science Committee say the FCC is overstepping its authority with parts of a space licensing rulemaking. The post…
Space Force modernization push runs into acquisition workforce shortfall
New training for program managers shifting focus from hardware buys to integrated warfighting systems The post Space Force modernization push…
When space is hot, Washington holds a match
A lesson from private equity investing in defense and space technology is that while the sector has become trendy among investors, success in…
Smoke Rises Over Big Cypress National Preserve
On February 22, 2026, a wildland fire was discovered in Big Cypress National Preserve, about 25 miles (40 kilometers) east of Naples, Florida.…
Redwire unveils new solar array
Redwire has introduced a new solar array product designed for mass-produced satellites that require high performance while minimizing mass.…
Spectrum showdown
As satellite communications constellations grow in size and number, they are also competing for a scarce and increasingly valuable resource:…
Deutsche Telekom aims to bring Starlink Mobile V2 to Europe in 2028
Deutsche Telekom plans to deliver Europe’s first direct-to-smartphone services via upgraded Starlink satellites in 2028, aiming to use MSS…