Exolaunch Secures SpaceX Rides Through 2028
The contract extension continues a lucrative partnership between the two companies. Exolaunch deployed more than 400 sats from 20 SpaceX launches—including every Transporter and Bandwagon rideshare flight to date.
Trump Selects Plan, Leader for Golden Dome
President Donald Trump has selected the architecture for a space based missile defense shield that is scheduled to be fully operational by the end of his term.
Kelly Rallies Senators for NASA Science Fight
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is leading a letter asking appropriators to provide $9B for NASA’s science mission directorate.
Otter Pup 2 Expected to Launch on Docking Mission in June
Starfish will launch its second Otter Pup demo mission next month—a key step to prove out the startup’s RPO tech in orbit ahead of a trio of missions in 2026.
Quantum Space Hunts Golden Dome With MDA Vet
“We’re going to be taking much greater advantage of the space domain.”
SpaceX Closes Rare Acquisition Of Component Manufacturer
This deal may be another case of rescuing a critical supplier.
Op-Ed: Democrats Have Ceded Leadership on Space Policy
A quick glance at space-related bills introduced last Congress tells a clear story: Democrats led space legislation 30% less often than Republicans.
Strategies to Modernize National Security Procurement: Learning from Commercial Space
Our Commercial Heritage Can Be Leveraged for National Security Missions Maxar Space Systems is a leader in providing comprehensive space technologies for over 65 years. We are a trusted partner in commercial and government sectors with a suite of solutions that span satellite communications, electro-optical systems for Earth observation and missile defense, and space exploration.…
Muon Wins Stage II Contract from NRO
Muon collects IR data, an area in which US commercial providers lag behind Chinese competitors.
bluShift Aerospace Pivots After Latest Test
bluShift’s trajectory reflect the challenges of building a cost effective rocket engine in the face of shifting government priorities.
Solestial Taps Astra Vet as CEO After $17M Series A
Solestial to reach a 1 MW annual production rate.
Cofactr Acquires Cogbase to Target US Supply Chain
The deal comes at a critical time for US manufacturers, who are racing to onshore their supply chains in response to the Trump administration’s tariffs.
