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Rotating Detonation Engine Startup Wins NASA TechLeap Prize
Juno is seeking to build a commercially viable RDE to lower propulsion costs for launch companies and sat operators without sacrificing thrust.
NRO Contracts Hydrosat’s Thermal Imaging Data
“Thermal data takes the cover of darkness away from the adversary.”
Duffy’s First Days at NASA Clouded by Budget Uncertainty
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy took the helm for his first full day as NASA’s interim administrator on Friday.
What’s the Plan for New-Look SES?
European satellite pioneer SES completed its acquisition of US competitor Intelsat, creating a geostationary giant that looks to thrive in a new era of satcom consolidation.
The UK’s Economic Future is Tied to Space
At the UK Space Conference this week, the UK Space Agency released a number of reports making a not-so-veiled case for increased government spending on the UK space industry.
Hubble Network Plans 60 Sat Bluetooth-Tracking Constellation
Hubble Network launched its Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) finding network to track devices anywhere in the world.
Orbit Fab Takes Two Steps Toward Xenon Refueling
Orbit Fab landed a €750,000 ESA contract, and unveiled the details of its 2026 demo mission.
SpaceWorks to Fly In-Orbit Manufacturing Tech in 2026
The 2026 mission marks the kick-off of both companies’ commercial offering.
PLD’s Industrial Strategy Targets 32 Rockets a Year by 2030
To achieve this output, PLD plans to deepen its vertical integration, consolidate its supplier network, and begin to serialize its manufacturing process beginning in 2027.
Firefly Files IPO Prospectus
Firefly Aerospace is $FLYing into the Nasdaq with the space industry’s latest exit attempt.
Q&A with Varda’s CEO Will Bruey
Varda Space Industries closed a $187M Series C yesterday. In the wake of the fundraise, Payload sat down with Will Bruey, Varda’s CEO, to discuss how the new funds will be put to use.
Skyrora, Latitude Push Ahead Without ELC Funding
If space is hard, winning the European Launcher Challenge might just be harder.
