Vigoride 7 is scheduled for launch no earlier than March 2026 on a SpaceX Transporter mission to low Earth orbit.

Inter-satellite link demonstrations on the mission will use WiFi-based data transmission to transfer large files from the CubeSat to the Vigoride host platform.

R5-S10 and several other payloads will ride aboard Momentus’ Vigoride 7.

The Low-Cost Multispectral RPO Sensor suite is designed to enhance spacecraft situational awareness and relative navigation for ISAM, autonomous satellite servicing, and space debris management.

Momentus will deliver a NASA CubeSat to low Earth orbit to demonstrate joint rendezvous and proximity operations and formation flying.

The FCC’s Space Bureau accepted SpaceX’s application for a massive non-geostationary orbit satellite constellation.

The filing roughly parallels SpaceX’s acquisition of xAI.

SpaceX requested authorization to use specific radio frequency bands on a non-interference basis for the proposed system.

SpaceX filed an application with federal regulators seeking approval to launch up to one million satellites for an orbital data center system.

SpaceX requested waivers of standard FCC regulations, including exemptions from typical deployment milestones and surety bond requirements for non-geostationary orbit systems.

SpaceX’s proposed orbital data center system would dwarf the company’s existing Starlink internet network.

The proposed satellites would operate at altitudes between 500 and 2,000 kilometers in orbital shells spanning up to 50 kilometers each.

The filing frames the orbital data center system as "the first step towards becoming a Kardashev II-level civilization – one that can harness the Sun’s full power."

The FCC set March 6 as the deadline for public comments on SpaceX’s application, with subsequent deadlines for responses and replies later in March.

The proposed system would primarily use high-bandwidth optical links to communicate between satellites and to connect with SpaceX’s existing Starlink constellations.

Discussions at Space Summit 2026 highlighted a shift in Earth observation from data collection toward delivering actionable insights that inform decision-making.

Leck Chet Lam is Managing Director of Experia Events.

Space Summit 2026 panel speakers highlighted roles for Earth observation in environmental monitoring, climate resilience, and infrastructure planning.

Space Summit 2026 panel speakers emphasized the need to align national space priorities and strengthen collaboration between governments, industry, and research institutions.

The inaugural Space Summit 2026 drew over 2,000 attendees.

Space Summit 2026 convened more than 60 speakers.

Space Summit 2026 discussions identified data-sharing frameworks and collaboration as necessary to maximize the impact of Earth observation.

Space Summit 2026 brought together government leaders, space agencies, industry executives, researchers, and investors.

Space Summit 2026 panel speakers emphasized the importance of clear policies, scalable supply chains, and strong regional and international partnerships to support sustainable growth and attract private investment in the Asia-Pacific space economy.

Panel discussions at Space Summit 2026 highlighted Asia-Pacific’s rapid growth in space activity and a shift from experimental projects toward operational capabilities that support real-world needs.

Space Summit 2026 featured more than 300 participating companies and organizations.

Space Summit 2026 emphasized alignment across policy, technology, and partnerships to translate space capabilities into economic, societal, and environmental benefits.

Space Summit 2026 was held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Center in Singapore.

Space Summit 2026 included delegations from 43 countries and regions.

Space Summit 2026 included representatives from 20 national space agencies.

Space Summit 2026 panel speakers identified shared standards, interoperable systems, and long-term partnership models as essential to avoid duplication, improve efficiency, and ensure the safe and responsible use of space.

Space Summit will return on 25 and 26 February 2027 as a platform for international engagement on opportunities and responsibilities in the global space sector.

Sessions at Space Summit 2026 were structured to encourage dialogue across different parts of the space sector.

Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSat) will launch demonstration satellites in 2027 for a future geospatial imagery data-relay constellation.

Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSat) is a satellite ground station and Earth observation service provider.

The story about Orbex was updated on Feb. 11 to include statements from the UK government and SaxaVord.

SaxaVord provided statements that were included in the Feb. 11 update to the Orbex story.

Negotiations over a sale or merger of Orbex collapsed.

The Orbex bankruptcy filing and collapse of sale/merger talks have raised questions about UK launcher policy.

Orbex filed for initial bankruptcy administration.

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A low‑altitude test flight and an abort test at maxQ for the Mengzhou/CZ-10A stack were scheduled for February 11, 2026.

A CZ-10A first stage performed a reentry, powered descent, and splashdown on February 11, 2026.

The CZ-10A test stage used for the February 11, 2026 flight included grid fins and recovery hooks.

China conducted a successful in‑flight abort test of the Mengzhou crew spacecraft on February 11, 2026.

The Mengzhou crew spacecraft was mounted atop a CZ-10A test stage during the February 11, 2026 test.

China performed a successful in-flight abort test of the Mengzhou crew spacecraft on February 11, 2026.

The Mengzhou in-flight abort test and the CZ-10A first stage reentry advance China’s lunar and human spaceflight programs.

China conducted a reentry, powered descent, and splashdown of a CZ-10A first stage on February 11, 2026.

CZ-10A is a launch vehicle whose first stage executed a powered descent and splashdown during the February 11, 2026 test.