SSC Funds Development Of Northrop Grumman’s Space Tanker

Northrop’s space tanker is based on its ESPAStar-D platform.

Credit: Northrop Grumman
Space Systems Command (SSC) has awarded Northrop Grumman a contract to start development of a refueling space tanker, dubbed the Geosynchronous Auxiliary Support Tanker, and related technologies. The contract's value was not disclosed. The space tanker will be based on Northrop Grumman’s ESPAStar-D...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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