Chinese experimental reusable device, which is currently on a mission in Earth orbit, carried out an unexpected maneuver - launched an unknown object into outer space. Shenlong space plane ("Divine Dragon") began its fourth orbital mission 7 February. Soon after, space monitoring company LeoLabs spotted an unidentified body next to him. At first, the mysterious object got on the radars of the Kiwi Space Radar station in Novaya […]

19 June 2026 2018 Rocket Lab using the Electron rocket from the launch complex in Mahia (UTC) launched the Victus Haze spacecraft into sun-synchronous orbit (Puma). After commissioning is complete, the aircraft will begin approach and maneuver operations (RPO) with the True Anomaly Jackal spacecraft-004, which is in orbit with 3 May 2026 year. For reference: Rocket […]

US President Donald Trump signs executive order "Opening the next frontier of quantum innovation", aimed at accelerating the development of quantum technologies, particularly for space applications. The document obliges NASA during 120 days to submit a five-year plan for the development of civilian quantum sensors and networks for use in space. Other federal agencies are also tasked with preparing similar plans. The Ministry of Defense must identify at least three […]

25 June 2026 year Fr. 03:30 (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 17-45". 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 […]

A new report from the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies notes, what, despite the Pentagon's efforts to strengthen space groups to counter threats from China and Russia, a key question remains open: exactly where competition in space ends and conflict begins. Report, prepared based on the results of the January seminar with the participation of more than 50 experts, emphasizes, that space has ceased to be peaceful […]

Given the data of the latest tenders, supply of materials and infrastructure planning, there is reason to believe, that China is developing a new series of reusable launch vehicles with a diameter of about 7 meters. The seven-meter intermediate class of missiles is located between the already existing 3.8-meter Long March 12A/12B and the promising super-heavy 10.6-meter Long March 9. According to preliminary estimates, the new rocket will be able to launch into low Earth orbit […]

Earth remote sensing company Satellogic has partnered with analytics firm SynMax to develop intelligence products powered by artificial intelligence, built around the new Merlin satellite cluster. The technology is designed for customers from the defense and intelligence spheres, which require constant monitoring, and not single shots. 23 June 2026 year, the company reported, that SynMax will integrate the data, collected by satellites […]

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces (GSh ZS) Of Ukraine, "Dubna" space communication center was hit, located in the north of the Moscow region. According to available information, the center provided satellite telephone communication, as well as the broadcasting of TV channels through space vehicles in Earth orbit. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported, that on the night of 21 on 22 June 2026 year Ukrainian UAVs struck […]

During tests in the desert of Southern California, the new four-wheeled prototype of NASA's rover overcame 25 km in a little more than a day and a half. The device independently overcame difficult obstacles of uneven terrain thanks to the latest decision-making system and a unique suspension design. The prototype was named ERNEST (Exploration Rover for Navigating Extreme Sloped Terrain, "Research rover for navigating extreme sloping terrain"). […]

23 June 2026 year Fr. 10:53 (UTC) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA, with the help of the "Falcon" launch vehicle 9 Block 5" launched the "Project Starfall Demonstration Mission". Mission profile and payload details will be determined later. A demonstration mission for the SpaceX Starfall project, the purpose of which is the mass production of capsules for return to Earth, intended for autonomous […]

17 June 2026 2018 at the VivaTech conference in Paris, the Blue Origin company announced significant progress in the restoration of the launch complex 36 at Cape Canaveral after the explosion during the fire tests of the New Glenn 28 May. The explosion caused serious damage, in particular, the collapse of the lightning conductor and the complete destruction of the transporter-erector. At the same time, key elements of the infrastructure, such as the fuel tank farm, but […]

18 June 2026 In 2018, Quantum Space announced the conclusion of a contract with the US Department of Defense to develop an orbital refueler based on its Ranger platform. The device is designed to transfer fuel to satellites in geostationary orbit. For reference: Quantum Space is an American aerospace company, specializing in the creation of space logistics infrastructure, orbital stations and satellite maintenance. The main thing is her […]

23 June 2026 year Fr. 02:10 (UTC) from the Wenchang Launch Center, China launched China's classified communications satellite TJSW-26A using the Long March 7A launch vehicle. "TJSW-26A" is a spacecraft from a series of Chinese satellites for testing communication technologies. These satellites, known as TJS (Tongxin Jishu Shiyan), used for different purposes, including technology demonstration, missile warning […]

16 June 2026 of the year Dawn Aerospace attracted 25 million dollars in a Series B round. The funds are planned to be used for the global expansion of the business, creation of teams in the USA and Europe for the development of three main directions: engines for satellites, the Loop refueling system in space and the Aurora suborbital spacecraft. For reference: Dawn Aerospace is an innovative New Zealand-Dutch space transportation company, what […]

The race to monitor the world's oceans from space is driving significant investment in marine surveillance technology and prompting greater coordination in the industry. Maritime Intelligence Working Group, organized by the US Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF) under the leadership of the SynMax company, invites satellite operators, analytical companies, government institutions and academic institutions. The initiative is designed to solve pressing industry problems against the background of rapid […]

21 June 2026 year Fr. 16:36 (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 17-28". 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 […]

17 June 2026 2018 space-based space surveillance startup Look Up has announced a partnership with ground station network Skynopy to automate a low-Earth orbit collision avoidance service (LEO). Skynopy signed a contract to demonstrate the integration of its stations with the European ATLAS² project (Acceleration Towards LEO Automatic Space Safety). In the first step, Skynopy has to simulate the interaction […]

10 June 2026 British satellite operator Avanti Communications announced the sale of its youngest payload, Hylas-3, to the Japanese company Sky Perfect JSAT. For reference: Avanti Communications is a major British satellite operator, which provides broadband Internet and data services in Europe, in the Middle East and Africa (EMEA region). Sky Perfect JSAT is it […]

11 June 2026 year from the NASA Wallops Flight Center (Virginia) Rocket Lab launched the HASTE suborbital vehicle (Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron) as part of a government mission with a classified payload. A few days later, the orbital parameters of the device became publicly available and astronomer Jonathan McDowell recorded it in orbit. According to Jonathan McDowell, stages of the rocket […]

The US Space Force signed a contract with Lockheed Martin to 514 million dollars to build two additional GPS 3F satellites, designed to increase resistance to jamming and other electronic threats. 15 June 2026 year, the company reported, that the contract covers GPS 3F satellites #23 and #24. They are part of the latest generation of global positioning system spacecraft, which […]