Satellites

Communications and remote sensing technologies are the biggest markets for military and commercial satellites. Satellite communications systems enable data transmission even in remote places on Earth and, for the military, facilitating seamless command and control operations. Remote sensing satellites equipped with advanced sensors gather invaluable data about Earth's surface and atmosphere, supporting applications like environmental monitoring, weather forecasting, and natural resource management. As the space industry evolves, in-orbit servicing has emerged as a potential game-changer. This innovative technology allows specialized spacecraft to rendezvous with and service operational satellites, extending their lifespan and reducing space debris. Satellite servicing vehicles can perform tasks like refueling, repairing, and even upgrading components, maximizing the value of existing space assets and enabling more sustainable space operations.

News & Analysis

Dec 23, 2025
As 2025 draws to an end, the Resilient-GPS program “doesn’t have a future fate,” one contractor says.
Dec 22, 2025
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) suffered another mishap with its H3 rocket when the second stage malfunctioned during a Dec. 22 mission.
Dec 19, 2025
Rocket Lab is making its missile defense development debut as the SDA awarded the company one of four contracts for the next phase of its Tracking Layer
Dec 19, 2025
Signals intelligence-focused satellite company HawkEye 360 has acquired Innovative Signal Analysis to enhance usage of its orbit-collected data.
Dec 19, 2025
Spanish space startup Arkadia Space says it is looking to secure more contracts for its reaction control system after kicking off the year with a deal with Arianespace.
Dec 18, 2025
Digantara, an Indian space surveillance startup that operates in India, the U.S. and Singapore, raised $50 million in a Series B funding round.
Dec 18, 2025
SpaceX said one of its Starlink satellites failed on orbit, causing some space debris and now tumbling.
Dec 18, 2025
Four DiskSat spacecraft were successfully launched on a Rocket Lab Electron launch vehicle on Dec. 18.