Electronic components supplier Murata Manufacturing has signed an agreement with Xona Space Systems to explore the use of the startup's satellite positioning and time synchronization service in telecommunications, data centers, financial networks and other industries, which depend on precise timing signals. For reference: Xona Space Systems is a privately held American aerospace company, founded in 2019 year by graduates of Stanford University, which creates […]

3 June 2026 In 2018, the Space Computing Working Committee of the China Computer Industry Association held its first meeting in Beijing, created under the leadership of the Department of Electronic Information of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technologies. Committee Chairman Wang Jianyu of the Chinese Academy of Sciences said, which has already received applications from over 100 organizations, which include radiation resistant chips, computing equipment, power systems […]

07 June 2026 year Fr. 05:24 (UTC) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 21 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 17-43". Satellites "Starlink v2" – these are larger and more powerful communication satellites of SpaceX. They weigh approx 750 kg and have a design with two solar panels to enlarge […]

Documents of the US Federal Civil Aviation Administration (FAA) provided new details about SpaceX's project to develop and test atmospheric entry vehicles, which can be used to support manufacturing projects in space. The FAA issued a positive ruling on the Starfall unmanned re-entry vehicle test flights. According to the management's opinion, these devices will not have a significant impact on the environment. Documents describe […]

The proposed budget for the US Space Force on 2027 financial year in the amount 71 billion-dollar investment in missile warning satellites draws attention, scattered clusters in low Earth orbit and other expensive systems. Less noticeable, but increasingly central to the service's plans is the large-scale development of ground infrastructure, necessary to manage these systems during a conflict. Director […]

Observable Space announced the engagement 90 million dollars in a Series A round, which he plans to use for the development of laser communication systems, optical systems for space, as well as for the expansion of international partnerships. At the same time, the company received an IDIQ type contract (indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity) from the US Space Force with the maximum cost 94 millions of dollars for the supply of optical systems. For reference: Observable Space […]

3 June 2026 year, NASA officially announced the completion of a significant space mission, which lasted over 11 years. The first priority of the program was to investigate why Mars, which once had a dense atmosphere and was habitable, turned into a dry and cold desert. The MAVEN spacecraft was the main instrument of these studies (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution), which revolved around Mars […]

5 June 2026 year Fr. 06:34 (UTC) from the Wenchang Satellite Launch Center, China, with the help of the "Long March 8" launch vehicle, China's 18th "G60 Polar Group 12" spacecraft was launched. «G60 Polar Group 12» – is a group of 18 communication satellites in low Earth orbit with a payload in the Ku bands, Q and V for grouping […]

British orthopedic surgeon and Paralympic champion John McFall may go down in history as the first person with a physical disability, that will fly into Earth orbit. This was made possible thanks to a new agreement between the UK government and the American aerospace company Vast. McFall's mission, which is currently included in the reserve of astronauts of the European Space Agency, can happen already in 2027 year, shortly after […]

Last week, Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a test in Florida, however, the company's management said, that the carrier will fly again to the end 2026 year. CEO Dave Limp said, that most of the infrastructure of the launch pad was preserved after the explosion. Accelerator stage, who was already in flight and was at the complex, and the three upper degrees are in […]

06 June 2026 year Fr. 12:39 (UTC) from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, China, with the help of the "Long March 6A" launch vehicle, the 18th Chinese "G60 PolarGroup 11" spacecraft was launched. «Long March 6A» (CZ-6A) — Chinese medium-class launch vehicle, developed by CASC Corporation and Shanghai SAST Academy. It is a development of the Long March missile 6 and uses two liquid […]

04 June 2026 year Fr. 11:26 (UTC) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 29 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 10-43". Satellites "Starlink v2" – these are larger and more powerful communication satellites of SpaceX. They weigh approx 750 kg and have a design with two solar panels to increase the number […]

South Korean optical payload developer TelePIX and Indian propulsion specialist Bellatrix Aerospace have joined forces for a demonstration geospace mission in very low Earth orbit (VLEO), scheduled for 2028 year. The companies announced a partnership in the framework of optical sensor integration, which TelePIX is developing specifically for VLEO, with a satellite platform, which Bellatrix builds around an "air-jet" electric propulsion system. […]

Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity spacecraft, on which the first commercial missions took place, rose again into the sky. Now it is used for pilot training, who will control the next generation of cosmolites. For reference: Virgin Galactic is an American aerospace company, founded by billionaire Richard Branson, which specializes in the organization of commercial suborbital space flights for space tourism and the launch of scientific useful […]

A high-ranking official of the German armed forces, Major General Wolfgang Ol, during his speech at the SmallSat Europe conference in Amsterdam (26-28 May 2026 year), stated, that Europe needs a coordinated approach to military space operations. He proposed the creation of a European Space Component Command, which will be based in Germany and will be open to the participation of the Allies. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced for the first time […]

03 June 2026 year Fr. 15:40 (UTC) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5 ”was launched 24 US spacecraft "Starlink Group 17-47". Satellites "Starlink v2" – these are larger and more powerful communication satellites of SpaceX. They weigh approx 750 kg and have a design with two solar panels to enlarge […]

The Italo-Dutch developer of satellite components Revolv Space has signed a contract with the French company Infinite Orbits. The French provider will use solar battery drives (NOW) from Revolv Space to optimize the energy supply of its devices, that will be served by satellites in geostationary orbit. Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Revolv Space, Filippo Oggionni, said, that according to the terms of the agreement, the company will supply SADA to the Toulouse company – it […]

Korean aerospace startup Unastella, which develops private launch vehicles for suborbital and orbital launches, attracted 24 million dollars and now his total investment volume is 44 Millions of dollars. In the future, the company aims to become the first private structure in South Korea, that will carry out manned space flights. Company, which was founded four years ago and is based in Seoul, in […]

Starcloud startup ordered optical terminals from SpaceX, to use Starlink as a global data relay network for its future orbital data centers. This will further deepen cooperation with the company, which the startup is counting on to launch full-sized spacecraft. As part of the contract, Starcloud will receive over 50 Starlink Mini Laser terminals. They are enough to equip at least 25 two satellites […]

Onerous regulation and limited access to capital continue to hold back the European small satellite sector, despite proposed new legislation and an influx of defense spending. 26 May 2026 2018, during a panel discussion at the SmallSat Europe conference, industry representatives and government officials said, that the longstanding problems of fragmented markets and bureaucracy continue to hamper Europe. According to the senior vice president of sales and […]