Space

Space is becoming increasingly contested, placing at risk satellites critical to the mission and even every day activity. From satellite capabilities to what’s happening on orbit, get the latest here.

New report sees near-term strength in space industrial base, but calls for government guidance

The authors want the White House to craft a North Star vision to coordinate civil, commercial and national security space efforts.

9 days ago

EU nations add air, space and drone tech to their defense cooperation roster

European Union defense ministers have approved new collaborative projects meant to boost the bloc’s military capabilities in air, space and drone operations.

9 days ago

Space

Air Force Research Laboratory awards university $1 billion for space technology research

The contract further strengthens the relationship between AFRL and the Space Dynamics Laboratory.

National Reconnaissance Office further expands contract with Planet

The contract extension gives the NRO more access to Planet's capabilities just as the agency prepares to issue new commercial imagery contracts in 2022.

11 days ago

Russia rejects accusations of endangering ISS astronauts

A Russian official confirmed that the anti-satellite test took place, but denied that the resultant debris would endanger the International Space Station or other spacecraft.

11 days ago

Russia tests anti-satellite weapon, astronauts take cover

Astronauts were forced to take cover on the International Space Station after a Russian anti-satellite test generated debris, according to the U.S. State Department.

12 days ago

The Army is looking for industry to help shape its future SATCOM needs

The Army is looking into a managed service model for SATCOM and wants industry to help shape it.

2 weeks ago

US company Viasat to acquire Britain’s Inmarsat in $7.3 billion deal

The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2022.

3 weeks ago

Space sector exec: Spain must stand out among its neighbors in nascent domain

Spain requires a national strategy to grow and nurture its military space-industrial potential, and stand out as a European leader in the nascent domain, according to a small satellite company leader.

3 weeks ago

National Reconnaissance Office wants satellite imagery from commercial providers

A new request for proposals will govern the agency's new commercial imagery contracts.

3 weeks ago

Air Force Research Laboratory names new head of space science and technology efforts

The new deputy technology executive officer for space science and technology will oversee the lab's space portfolio and ensure it is aligned with the Space Force's mission.

4 weeks ago

Following protest, Space Development Agency cancels, then reissues reworked satellite solicitation

The agency is turning to other transaction authority, a tool that has become quite popular with the military.

4 weeks ago