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Kongsberg's NanoAvionics unit has introduced the MP42D, a larger version of its MP42 microsatellite, reflecting the industry trend toward more capable small satellites as customer demand grows.

Portal Space Systems has booked an entire SpaceX Falcon 9 launch in 2028 for its first Supernova, a thermal-propulsion-powered spacecraft.

Ahead of its planned acquisition by Amazon, Globalstar is preparing for the launch of the first batch of replacement satellites for its mobile voice and data communications network in low Earth orbit.

The Space Force awards Impulse Space two additional "Victus Salo" missions under a $27 million contract modification.

AST SpaceMobile aims to deploy its first mid-band satellites early next year. It also now expects to reach a delayed milestone of 45 satellites in orbit.

Ispace selected Japan's H3 rocket to launch its Mission 3 Ultra lunar lander in 2028.

AST SpaceMobile said late July 15 it is raising up to $1.15 billion gross via debt later eligible to be turned into stock or cash, in part for potential acquisitions or partnerships.

The Space Development Agency, preparing for a July 16 launch, is working to resolve on-orbit technical issues to establish its orbital mesh network.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket dispatched a new spacecraft designed to return science samples and items manufactured in microgravity back to Earth.

Defense tech company True Anomaly says it has successfully demoed on-orbit maneuvering activities.

NASA’s Polylingual Experimental Terminal, launched to enable interoperability between satellite relay networks, has completed its planned demonstration phase.

K2 Space says it expects to see at least 36 satellites being built in 2028 as the company scales up its production plans.

China completed the first flight of its Long March 12B launch vehicle, which aims to rival SpaceX’s Falcon 9.

SpaceX is pitching to investors in its quest for out-of-this-world valuation.

China’s megaconstellations threaten to shift the balance of power in space.

The National Reconnaissance Office’s proliferated satellite architecture is supporting a new mission area for space-based sensing and targeting.

AST SpaceMobile plans satellite launches with Blue Origin and SpaceX, aiming to expand its constellation and integrate AI tools for better performance.

Kongsberg teams with SpinLaunch to develop LEO satellite systems, offering faster deployment and sovereign control for allied governments.

SpaceX launched the 16th Transporter rideshare mission on March 30, carrying 119 small satellite payloads to orbit for government and commercial customers.

Spire Global says it has demonstrated single-satellite radio-frequency geolocation.

China is intensifying efforts to build reusable rockets it sees as integral to achieving its space power ambitions.

Commercial space station developer Vast says it has secured $500 million in additional funding to help underpin plans to deploy its Haven orbital outpost.

A multinational, four-member replacement team lifted off onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket Feb. 13 to begin a 34-hr. ride to the International Space Station.

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

The upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket failed to execute a planned engine burn to deorbit, the company said late Feb. 2.