New Spacecraft to Boost UK’s Military ISR Capabilities
The UK has ordered its second military reconnaissance satellite, awarding a £40M ($51.8M) contract to small sat manufacturer Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL).
Charter’s Plan to Fix Space Insurance
Charter estimates that approximately 97% of the ~10,500 active satellites on orbit are uninsured. Tens of billions of dollars worth of satellite technology is flying around without a financial safety net.
CSIS: The Next President Needs China on Speed Dial
“China must come to the table, and the next administration should invite them.”
ILRS Member Thailand Poised to Join Artemis Accords
The country is set to become the first Artemis Accords signatory who is also participating in the Chinese-led International Lunar Research Station (ILRS).
CesiumAstro Paves the Way for Next-Gen Satellite Connectivity
Many aerospace companies promise to revolutionize space–but CesiumAstro and its phased array communication technology are delivering on its commitment. By mastering the most challenging part of satellite technology first—the communication systems—this Austin-based company has raised $167M in backing from VC giants like Airbus Ventures and Kleiner Perkins. They’ve delivered their next-gen connectivity solutions to NASA,…
Skyrora Completes Test of Telemetry Relay System
The solution—a telemetry relay system called InRange—uses Viasat’s geostationary satellites as the middleman to receive telemetry data from the rocket and beam it back to Earth.
The Starliner Investment Case and Potential Buyers: Payload Research
First, a ULA sale process, now Starliner.
The DoD Is Ramping Up Its Commercial Satellite Spend
Military users already spent $660M through the contract since 2023.
National Security Space Association’s Plan For the Next President
“The United States lacks a comprehensive long-term strategy to protect our interests against Chinese aggression in, from, and to space.”
Biden Administration’s Space Legacy By the Numbers
The Biden administration’s legacy in space is one of global reach and using space as a soft power tool, as evidenced by its leadership on initiatives such as banning destructive ASAT testing and promoting the responsible use of space internationally through the Artemis Accords.
