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Gilat Receives Over $10 Million Order to Support LEO Constellation

4 February 2026 – Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, today announced that it has received an order for over $10 million from a leading ground gateway antenna provider to support the continued rollout of ground infrastructure for a leading Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation. Deliveries are…

ST Engineering iDirect and Verizon Frontline Partner on Public Safety

3 February 2026 – ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, announced today its collaboration with Verizon Frontline to demonstrate advanced public safety solutions and emergency preparedness. Verizon Frontline, the advanced network and solutions built for first responders, will host an exclusive event for public safety officials in the Bay Area during the…

UK Invests in Satellite Timing Infrastructure to Strengthen National Resilience

3 February 2026 – Through a competitive process, GMV were selected to enhance the UK’s national capabilities in delivering nationally assured, secure, and continuous Position, Navigation and Time (PNT) services for critical infrastructure, defence, and the broader economy. GMV are leading the design, development, and testing of a Two-Way Satellite Time and Frequency Transfer (TWSTFT)…

SKY Perfect JSAT Launches Commercial Sales of Thermal Infrared Satellite Data in Partnership with constellr

2 February 2026 – SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation, Japan’s premier space business company, and constellr GmbH (“constellr”), Europe’s leader in space based thermal intelligence, developing small satellites equipped with thermal infrared sensors, today announced the launch of commercial sales of high‑resolution thermal infrared satellite data for the Japanese market. This marks the first time a…

Viasat Launches Dedicated Satellite Service Portfolio for Government UAV Operations

2 February 2026 – Viasat announced its next-generation satellite service portfolio engineered to meet the evolving demands for government uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) operations. Designed to meet specific government requirements, the VuaLe portfolio supports UAV missions, providing flexibility, security and operational control through a range of terminals and connectivity services. Connectivity services within the portfolio…

Loft Launches Dedicated AI for Space Business Unit to Develop On-Orbit AI Infrastructure

2 February 2026 – Loft announced the formation of a new AI for Space business unit within the company to focus on building scalable, reliable AI-enabled space infrastructure to support agentic and AI-at-the-edge applications. This investment reflects Loft’s long-term commitment to enabling governments and commercial partners to access and deploy algorithms directly on orbit, transforming…

Thales Alenia Space Selected by CNES and DGA for Payload and User Ground Segment for France’s DESIR Radar Imaging Space Mission

21 January 2026 – Thales Alenia Space announced that it has been awarded a contract by the French Space Agency (CNES), in partnership with the French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA), for the DESIR program (Démonstrateur des Éléments Souverains d’Imagerie Radar). The contract covers the development and realization of the radar payload and the associated user…

Gilat Receives Approximately $11 Million SkyEdge Platform Order from Leading Satellite Operator in Asia Pacific

20 January 2026 – Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. announced that its Commercial Division received a contract for approximately $11 million for its SkyEdge platform from a leading satellite operator in the Asia Pacific region. The platform will be deployed to deliver services over Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS) supporting multiple applications. Deliveries are expected over…

Eutelsat Signs Launch Agreement with MaiaSpace for Future LEO Satellite Launches

16 January 2026 – Eutelsat and MaiaSpace have signed a multi-launch agreement for the future launch of LEO satellites, starting in 2027. The agreement adds to Eutelsat’s options for access to space, providing additional assurance of operational continuity for customers of its OneWeb constellation. Founded in April 2022, MaiaSpace designs, manufactures, commercializes, and operates the…

The Successful Launch of AlSat-3A Satellite on LM-2C by CGWIC

15 January 2026 – The AlSat-3A remote sensing satellite was launched by China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) on LM-2C launch vehicle from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center (JSLC). The satellite entered into the predetermined orbit, the launch mission is a complete success. This mission is the 85th flight of LM-2C launch vehicle and the 626th…

BSNL and Viasat Advance Indian Navy’s SATCOM Modernization Program

15 January 2026 – Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Viasat announced they are supporting the next phase of the Indian Navy’s satellite communications upgrade program, set to begin later this month. Under an agreement signed between BSNL and the Indian Defense Forces, Viasat’s high-capacity Ka-band satellite systems will be used alongside its existing L-band…