Viasat Selected by U.S. Space Force to Deliver Dual-Band Satellite System

11 June 2026 – Viasat announced it was awarded a prime contract by the U.S. Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) to build, launch and deliver the first of a proliferated fleet of small, maneuverable geosynchronous Earth orbit (GEO) satellites under the Protected Tactical SATCOM-Global (PTS-G) program. The new Swarm 1 Delivery Order contract…

Thales Alenia Space to Coordinate EROSS SC On-Orbit Servicing Project

10 June 2026 – Thales Alenia Space and its partners have been chosen by the European Commission to lead the EROSS SC project dedicated to on-orbit servicing activities. This project is a key component of the European Commission’s ISOS (In-Space Operations and Services) programme, which aims to carry out a pilot mission by 2030, thus…

Astroscale Leads New Industry Initiative on Spacecraft Reentry and Atmospheric Impact

9 June 2026 – Astroscale Holdings Inc. (“Astroscale”), the market leader in satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability across all orbits, today announced the launch of the Atmospheric Impact of Reentered Spacecraft (AIRS) initiative, an industry–academia collaboration convened by Astroscale to improve scientific understanding of the effects of spacecraft reentry on Earth’s atmosphere. Planet Labs…

Apex Announces Additional Fundraising at $2.3B Valuation to Scale High-Rate Satellite Production for Proliferated Constellations

5 June 2026 – Apex, the world’s leading manufacturer of productized, configurable satellite bus platforms, today announced it has raised over $200 million in new growth funding, nearly doubling the company’s valuation to $2.3 billion, just months after surpassing a $1 billion valuation. The round was led by Glade Brook Capital Partners and co-led by…

Eutelsat and Tototheo Global Sign Partnership Agreement for Maritime, Enterprise and Government connectivity

4 June 2026 – Eutelsat and Tototheo Global, a leading provider of maritime technology and connectivity solutions, have signed a new partner agreement for Eutelsat’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity services. Under the agreement, Tototheo Global will deliver Eutelsat’s LEO services to maritime customers worldwide and serve as a key partner for Enterprise, Civil and…

CGWIC Successfully Launches the Eleventh Batch of Satellites of Spacesail Constellation by LM-6A Launch Vehicle

4 June 2026 – At 19:39, June 4th, 2026 BJT, Long March 6A (LM-6A) Launch Vehicle blasted off from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center (TSLC), successfully sending the eleventh batch of 18 satellites of Spacesail Constellation into the predetermined orbit. The launch services for the abovementioned satellites of Spacesail Constellation are prime-contracted by China Great Wall…

Gilat Presents Expanded Portfolio for Tactical Unmanned Platforms at Eurosatory 2026

2 June 2026 – Gilat Satellite Networks announced that Gilat Defense will showcase its expanded portfolio of products to support tactical unmanned platforms at Eurosatory 2026. Gilat Defense will be showcasing RaySat’s new Viper Ka Electronically Steered Antenna (ESA). RaySat, a Gilat subsidiary, offers this advanced product, delivering secure, low-latency communications with low size, weight,…

Viasat Selected by Lockheed Martin to Support NOAA Next-Generation Aircraft with Hybrid Satellite Communications Platform

1 June 2026 – Viasat announced it has been selected by Lockheed Martin to provide high-bandwidth satellite communications technology in support of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) next-generation C‑130J Hercules “Hurricane Hunter” aircraft program. Under a subcontract reporting through its Communication Services segment, Viasat’s government SATCOM team will support Lockheed Martin’s delivery of…

SES Launches Multi-Orbit Satellite Connectivity on Mexico’s Viva

1 June 2026 – SES, a leading space solutions company, and Viva, Mexico’s ultra low-cost airline, launched fast and reliable multi-orbit satellite inflight connectivity service on Viva’s Airbus aircraft, strengthening SES’s position as a leading provider of satellite-powered broadband inflight service in the Americas and around the world. A total of 60 A320s and 40…

June 2026

  • SKY Perfect JSAT and Astroscale Form Strategic Partnership to Advance Space Infrastructure Development
  • SES’s O3b mPOWER Satellite Network to Connect Seven New Petrobras FPSOs
  • Rocket Lab Adds Mars-Proven Robotics Capabilities with Completion of Motiv Space Systems Acquisition
  • Astranis Adds $450 Million to Meet Surging Demand for Advanced High-orbit Spacecraft

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Viasat’s Next-Gen Cockpit Service Reaches Milestone as Airlines Modernize Communications to Save Fuel

26 May 2026 – Viasat announced it has reached 1,000 aircraft for its SB‑S service: a milestone that underscores strong adoption and accelerating momentum for satellite-enabled safety communications in aviation. SwiftBroadband‑Safety is a certified, global safety communications service that supports Air Traffic Control (ATC) communications, airline operations and regulatory compliance, helping pilots and operators improve…

Rocket Lab Adds Mars-Proven Robotics Capabilities with Completion of Motiv Space Systems Acquisition

26 May 2026 – Rocket Lab has completed the acquisition of Motiv Space Systems (“Motiv”), a California-based company specializing in space robotics, motion control systems, and precision mechanisms for spacecraft. Motiv – now rebranded as Rocket Lab Robotics – brings mission-tested Mars heritage and is renowned for its advanced multi-degree of freedom robotic arms, actuators,…

Telesat and Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation Announce Strategic Collaboration Agreement to Ensure Canada’s Sovereign Energy Future

26 May 2026 – Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation (CSMC), a prominent space and defence company, and Telesat announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the deployment and operation of CSMC’s micro nuclear reactor technologies using Telesat’s sovereign low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, Telesat Lightspeed. The announcement took place at…

SKY Perfect JSAT Selects Kumamoto for New Teleport

25 May 2026 – SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation announced plans to establish a new teleport in Kumamoto (the “Space Port Kumamoto,” hereinafter “SPK” ), its first facility in the Kyushu region, as part of efforts to strengthen its satellite communications ground infrastructure. SPK will serve as a ground facility within SKY Perfect JSAT’s nationwide operational…

Rocket Lab Completes 9th Electron Launch for Synspective

22 May 2026 – Rocket Lab announced the successful deployment of the latest satellite for Synspective, marking the ninth dedicated mission Rocket Lab has completed for the Japan-based Earth observation constellation. This launch further strengthens one of the most consistent commercial launch partnerships in the small satellite sector and highlights Electron’s industry-leading dedicated launch service.…