New Glenn Reaches Orbit On Its Maiden Flight
The rocket’s first venture past the Kármán line begins a new era in commercial heavy-lift launch.
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Slingshot Wins Contract to Detect GPS Jamming and Spoofing
PNT-SENTINEL will take advantage of a mesh network of thousands of satellites to identify locations of GPS interference on the ground.
Starlab Space Announces European Subsidiary
Starlab Space GmbH will provide boots on the ground and legal toeholds to open up business development and engineering opportunities to European companies, space agencies, and research institutions.
TALOS Replaces Russia on Internet of Animals Project
The new system will continue to address problems wrought by humanity’s impact on the climate: biodiversity loss, poaching, and the transmission of zoonotic diseases.
ESA’s Budget Shrinks as Germany, Italy, and UK Cut Funding
These nations represent three of the top four contributors to ESA, which collects nearly two-thirds of its income from member states.
Pale Blue is Bringing Water-Based Propulsion to Space
At less than 2kg, the system boasts a total impulse of 7,000 Ns, giving satellites enough thrust to perform multiple maneuvers on orbit without sacrificing much bus space.
Space Launch Delta 45 Breaks Launch Record in 2024
Despite the Space Force’s bold plans for 2025, many in the space industry believe that US launch capacity may be nearing its zenith.
Balearic Islands to Launch First Sat in 2025
The satellite, which will be named by children in the Balearic Islands school system, is expected to launch in the final quarter of this year.
Firefly and ispace Prepare for Their Lunar Journeys
It’s nearing the final boarding call for the next trip to the Moon.
What to Expect in 2025
2024 was a record-breaking year for the global space industry. More launches from more spaceports brought more satellites into orbit, and 2025 is expected to be no different.
Around the World in 365 Days
From rockets taking flight to alliances forming in orbit to Space Race 2.0 with all eyes on the Moon, it’s clear that the busy year in space extended well beyond America’s borders.
Europe Lays Out Plans for IRIS2 Constellation
The constellation is the latest effort by the EU to advance its autonomy in space.