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

Oct 14, 2026
Can Turkey repeat in space the success it has had with drones on Earth? The answer should become clear in the next few years.
Oct 13, 2026
Czech defense firm CSG acquires a 9.5% stake in Canada's MDA Space, marking its entry into the space sector and opening the door to future cooperation between the two firms.
Oct 13, 2026
The U.S. Army recently stress-tested the use of Amazon’s nascent proliferated communications network to provide high-speed connectivity to soldiers in the field.
Oct 12, 2026
The U.S. Western Range supports the test of an unarmed ICBM reentry vehicle and launches the fourth batch of SDA data relay satellites from Vandenberg SFB.
Oct 09, 2026
Space executives suggest a lack of regulations may be hindering progress, particularly around manufacturing standards, insurance frameworks and orbital traffic management.
Oct 08, 2026
Indian space startup Skyroot is looking to return to the pad in January after its Vikram-1 rocket reached orbit on the first try, in a mission that has contributed to its bulging backlog.
Oct 07, 2026
Even with more than 60 satellites launched and another 21 waiting in the wings, the Space Development Agency's so-called orbital mesh network has proven elusive to establish.
Oct 07, 2026
The state of California has signed an agreement with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operator Iceye.