Browse the latest facts and intelligence extracted from space industry sources.
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Browse the latest facts and intelligence extracted from space industry sources.
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The next Ariane 62 launch is expected to carry the MTG-I2 payload for the European Union, with a target date of NET August 27, 2026. PlanCapabilityValue 4.0 | Mission success for LE-03! While the last 3 launches have all been for Amazon, it probably will be a while until the next. The next 2-3 are expected to be Ariane 62 with EU payloads starting with MTG-I2 NET Aug. 27, but there may be another Leo launch towards the end of the year. | Jun 17, 2026 |
Ariane 6's Auxiliary Propulsion Unit operated continuously during satellite separation to enable a quicker release of the 36 Amazon Leo satellites. CapabilityPlanValue 4.0 | Mission success for LE-03! While the last 3 launches have all been for Amazon, it probably will be a while until the next. The next 2-3 are expected to be Ariane 62 with EU payloads starting with MTG-I2 NET Aug. 27, but there may be another Leo launch towards the end of the year. | Jun 17, 2026 |
Amazon’s LE-03 mission successfully deployed 36 Amazon Leo satellites. GeneralCapabilityPlanValue 4.6 | Mission success for LE-03! While the last 3 launches have all been for Amazon, it probably will be a while until the next. The next 2-3 are expected to be Ariane 62 with EU payloads starting with MTG-I2 NET Aug. 27, but there may be another Leo launch towards the end of the year. | Jun 17, 2026 |
The 36 Amazon Leo satellites separated from the rocket during the LE-03 mission. PlanValue 4.0 | Mission success for LE-03! While the last 3 launches have all been for Amazon, it probably will be a while until the next. The next 2-3 are expected to be Ariane 62 with EU payloads starting with MTG-I2 NET Aug. 27, but there may be another Leo launch towards the end of the year. | Jun 17, 2026 |
The ZQ-3 launch date is likely to be in early July 2026. PlanValue 2.5 | Multiple travel agencies start reservation for watching the ZQ-3's launch. The launch date is likely initially determined at early July. The ZQ-3 may need a static fire ahead the launch, So the date may change. Anyway, It is close. | Jun 17, 2026 |
ZQ-3 may need a static fire before launch, which could change the launch date. PlanGeneralValue 2.8 | Multiple travel agencies start reservation for watching the ZQ-3's launch. The launch date is likely initially determined at early July. The ZQ-3 may need a static fire ahead the launch, So the date may change. Anyway, It is close. | Jun 17, 2026 |
NorthStar Earth & Space has another eight satellites scheduled to launch on Rocket Lab no earlier than late 2026. PlanGrowthValue 4.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
NorthStar Earth & Space signed a $40 million contract to supply the Royal Canadian Air Force with space surveillance data over the next 12 months. RelationshipsFinancialPlanValue 5.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
Late last year, the Canadian Space Agency awarded NorthStar Earth & Space nearly $1 million to build systems capable of tracking unknown objects using large data sets. RelationshipsFinancialCapabilityValue 4.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
NorthStar Earth & Space is preparing to go public on the New York Stock Exchange through a $300 million merger with Viking Acquisition Corp. FinancialRelationshipsValue 4.3 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
Proceeds from NorthStar Earth & Space’s public listing will fund deployment of a planned 52-satellite constellation. FinancialPlanGrowthValue 4.5 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
NorthStar Earth & Space is scaling its infrastructure while it has secured the $40 million Royal Canadian Air Force contract. RelationshipsFinancialGrowthValue 4.3 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
The NATO DIANA accelerator program selected NorthStar Earth & Space to develop new ways to fuse space data for military commanders. RelationshipsCapabilityValue 4.2 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
The contract connects 3 Canadian Space Division with NorthStar Earth & Space’s network of sensors. RelationshipsValue 4.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
Under the contract, NorthStar Earth & Space will process millions of images and data points to predict how objects behave in orbit. RelationshipsCapabilityValue 4.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
NorthStar Earth & Space has launched four satellites to date. PlanValue 3.0 | NorthStar secures major defence deal ahead of public listing for growing space surveillance network | Jun 17, 2026 |
Propellant loading has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, BlueBird 9, and BlueBird 10. PlanValue 4.2 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
The Block 2 BlueBird satellites use an updated ControlSat satellite bus design that allows them to be stacked and reduces their mass. CapabilityGeneralValue 4.2 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
The launch fairing contains three Block 2 BlueBird satellites weighing about 4,500 kg each. CapabilityValue 4.0 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
Each Block 2 BlueBird satellite weighs about 4,500 kg. CapabilityValue 4.0 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
Three Block 2 BlueBird satellites are encapsulated inside the fairing for the BlueBird 8, BlueBird 9, and BlueBird 10 launch. PlanGeneralValue 4.0 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
The Block 2 BlueBird satellites use an updated ControlSat bus design that allows them to be stacked and reduces their mass. CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0 | Propellant load has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, 9 & 10. Encapsulated inside of the fairing are 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites, weighing ~4,500kg each. These satellites have an updated ControlSat (satellite bus) design, allowing them to be stacked and reducing their mass. | Jun 17, 2026 |
INNOSPACE and NORMA plan to collaborate on space-quantum computing technologies. RelationshipsCapabilityValue 3.2 | Quantum computing nello spazio: INNOSPACE e NORMA avviano una collaborazione strategica | Jun 17, 2026 |
NORMA is a South Korean company specialized in quantum computing and quantum cybersecurity. GeneralValue 1.5 | Quantum computing nello spazio: INNOSPACE e NORMA avviano una collaborazione strategica | Jun 17, 2026 |
INNOSPACE signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NORMA on 17 June 2026. RelationshipsValue 4.0 | Quantum computing nello spazio: INNOSPACE e NORMA avviano una collaborazione strategica | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex appointed Michael Kopet as Chief Financial Officer. GovernanceValue 3.8 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s headcount has grown to over 350 employees. GrowthValue 2.5 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex closed a $200 million funding round on June 5, 2026. FinancialValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex is collaborating with Northrop Grumman on space-based interceptor capabilities for the U.S. Space Force under the Golden Dome for America initiative. RelationshipsCapabilityGeneralValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s work with Northrop Grumman centers on Orbital Magazines designed to host and support space-based interceptors. CapabilityRelationshipsValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Washington Harbour Partners co-led Apex’s $200 million funding round. RelationshipsFinancialValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s first Aries satellite launched two years ago and continues to operate in low Earth orbit. GeneralValue 2.5 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Project Shadow remains on track for a summer 2026 launch. PlanValue 3.2 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex was founded in 2022 to build satellite bus platforms ahead of customer orders rather than on a bespoke, contract-by-contract basis. CapabilityPlanGrowthValue 3.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s Factory One manufacturing campus can produce more than 200 satellites per year at peak capacity. CapabilityGrowthValue 4.2 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s satellite platforms Aries, Nova, and Comet are designed for missions in low Earth orbit and geostationary orbit. CapabilityValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex’s $200 million funding round nearly doubled its valuation to $2.3 billion. FinancialGrowthValue 4.5 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Apex will use the new capital to expand its Factory One manufacturing campus in Los Angeles by 30,000 square feet. GrowthFinancialValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Glade Brook Capital Partners led Apex’s $200 million funding round. RelationshipsFinancialValue 5.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
The recently announced Mini configuration of Apex’s Comet platform has payload capacity of up to 6,614 pounds. CapabilityValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Project Shadow is the satellite platform hosting America’s first commercially led on-orbit space-based interceptor demonstration. CapabilityValue 4.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Michael Kopet joined Apex from Axon, where he served as Vice President of Finance. GovernanceValue 3.0 | Satellite Bus Maker Raises $200M, Valuation Nearly Doubles to $2.3B | Jun 17, 2026 |
Martin Still is the program director at the National Science Foundation Office for Research Infrastructure. GovernanceValue 3.0 | Shadow Blaster possibile origine dei neutrini ad alta energia | Jun 17, 2026 |
Martin Still is the director of the program at the National Science Foundation Office of Research Infrastructure. GovernanceValue 3.2 | Shadow Blaster possibile origine dei neutrini ad alta energia | Jun 17, 2026 |
ClassNK granted NexusWave type approval for cybersecurity. LegalRelationshipsValue 3.8 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
NexusWave was certified to the IACS UR E27 (Rev.1) standard after evaluation of its architecture and onboard ICT equipment. LegalValue 3.2 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
Gert-Jan Panken is Managing Director and Vice President of Inmarsat Maritime. GovernanceValue 3.2 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
Taro Okamoto is Executive Vice President of ClassNK. GovernanceValue 3.6 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
Inmarsat Maritime is part of the Viasat group. RelationshipsGeneralValue 2.0 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
NexusWave is Inmarsat Maritime’s fully managed, aggregated connectivity service. CapabilityGeneralValue 4.0 | Sicurezza informatica marittima: ClassNK certifica NexusWave secondo IACS UR E27 | Jun 17, 2026 |
The next Ariane 62 launch is expected to carry the MTG-I2 payload for the European Union, with a target date of NET August 27, 2026.
Ariane 6's Auxiliary Propulsion Unit operated continuously during satellite separation to enable a quicker release of the 36 Amazon Leo satellites.
Amazon’s LE-03 mission successfully deployed 36 Amazon Leo satellites.
The 36 Amazon Leo satellites separated from the rocket during the LE-03 mission.
The ZQ-3 launch date is likely to be in early July 2026.
ZQ-3 may need a static fire before launch, which could change the launch date.
NorthStar Earth & Space has another eight satellites scheduled to launch on Rocket Lab no earlier than late 2026.
NorthStar Earth & Space signed a $40 million contract to supply the Royal Canadian Air Force with space surveillance data over the next 12 months.
Late last year, the Canadian Space Agency awarded NorthStar Earth & Space nearly $1 million to build systems capable of tracking unknown objects using large data sets.
NorthStar Earth & Space is preparing to go public on the New York Stock Exchange through a $300 million merger with Viking Acquisition Corp.
Proceeds from NorthStar Earth & Space’s public listing will fund deployment of a planned 52-satellite constellation.
NorthStar Earth & Space is scaling its infrastructure while it has secured the $40 million Royal Canadian Air Force contract.
The NATO DIANA accelerator program selected NorthStar Earth & Space to develop new ways to fuse space data for military commanders.
The contract connects 3 Canadian Space Division with NorthStar Earth & Space’s network of sensors.
Under the contract, NorthStar Earth & Space will process millions of images and data points to predict how objects behave in orbit.
NorthStar Earth & Space has launched four satellites to date.
Propellant loading has started for the launch of BlueBird 8, BlueBird 9, and BlueBird 10.
The Block 2 BlueBird satellites use an updated ControlSat satellite bus design that allows them to be stacked and reduces their mass.
The launch fairing contains three Block 2 BlueBird satellites weighing about 4,500 kg each.
Each Block 2 BlueBird satellite weighs about 4,500 kg.
Three Block 2 BlueBird satellites are encapsulated inside the fairing for the BlueBird 8, BlueBird 9, and BlueBird 10 launch.
The Block 2 BlueBird satellites use an updated ControlSat bus design that allows them to be stacked and reduces their mass.
INNOSPACE and NORMA plan to collaborate on space-quantum computing technologies.
NORMA is a South Korean company specialized in quantum computing and quantum cybersecurity.
INNOSPACE signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NORMA on 17 June 2026.
Apex appointed Michael Kopet as Chief Financial Officer.
Apex’s headcount has grown to over 350 employees.
Apex closed a $200 million funding round on June 5, 2026.
Apex is collaborating with Northrop Grumman on space-based interceptor capabilities for the U.S. Space Force under the Golden Dome for America initiative.
Apex’s work with Northrop Grumman centers on Orbital Magazines designed to host and support space-based interceptors.
Washington Harbour Partners co-led Apex’s $200 million funding round.
Apex’s first Aries satellite launched two years ago and continues to operate in low Earth orbit.
Project Shadow remains on track for a summer 2026 launch.
Apex was founded in 2022 to build satellite bus platforms ahead of customer orders rather than on a bespoke, contract-by-contract basis.
Apex’s Factory One manufacturing campus can produce more than 200 satellites per year at peak capacity.
Apex’s satellite platforms Aries, Nova, and Comet are designed for missions in low Earth orbit and geostationary orbit.
Apex’s $200 million funding round nearly doubled its valuation to $2.3 billion.
Apex will use the new capital to expand its Factory One manufacturing campus in Los Angeles by 30,000 square feet.
Glade Brook Capital Partners led Apex’s $200 million funding round.
The recently announced Mini configuration of Apex’s Comet platform has payload capacity of up to 6,614 pounds.
Project Shadow is the satellite platform hosting America’s first commercially led on-orbit space-based interceptor demonstration.
Michael Kopet joined Apex from Axon, where he served as Vice President of Finance.
Martin Still is the program director at the National Science Foundation Office for Research Infrastructure.
Martin Still is the director of the program at the National Science Foundation Office of Research Infrastructure.
ClassNK granted NexusWave type approval for cybersecurity.
NexusWave was certified to the IACS UR E27 (Rev.1) standard after evaluation of its architecture and onboard ICT equipment.
Gert-Jan Panken is Managing Director and Vice President of Inmarsat Maritime.
Taro Okamoto is Executive Vice President of ClassNK.
Inmarsat Maritime is part of the Viasat group.
NexusWave is Inmarsat Maritime’s fully managed, aggregated connectivity service.