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• Avio Secures Major ESA Contracts for Vega Rocket Upgrades and Launches

  Avio has signed significant contracts with the European Space Agency (ESA) encompassing Vega rocket upgrades, launch facility improvements, and the launch of the FORUM Earth science mission. These agreements, totaling approximately €350 million,...

  

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• US Military Leans on Commercial Space Startups to Counter China

  The US Department of Defense is forging stronger partnerships with commercial space companies, viewing their dual-use technologies as vital for maintaining a military edge against China's growing space sector. This collaboration includes...

  

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• RiC TV Upgrades and Premieres The Fairly OddParents

  German children's channel RiC TV announces a technical upgrade to Astra 19.2° East and the premiere of The Fairly OddParents, airing daily at 7 PM CET from January 1st, 2025. The move improves channel reception and expands the channel's...

  

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• Ursa Major's Solid Rocket Motors Achieve Success in US Army Missile Test

  Ursa Major Technologies, a Colorado-based rocket propulsion startup, successfully tested its solid rocket motor on a Raytheon-built missile for the U.S. Army. This achievement marks a significant step in diversifying the supply chain for solid...

  

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• SES Agrees to Revised Job Cuts Amidst Intelsat Merger

  Luxembourg-based satellite operator SES will cut 68 jobs, down from an initial plan of 80, following negotiations with unions. The move comes amid an upcoming merger with Intelsat and raises concerns about the future for remaining staff. Unions...

  

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• Chinese Astronauts Set New Record for Spacewalk Duration at Tiangong Space Station

  Two Chinese astronauts, Cai Xuzhe and Song Lingdong, completed a record-breaking 9-hour, 6-minute spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station, surpassing the previous record set by NASA astronauts in 2001. The EVA involved installing debris...

  

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• US Space Force to Establish New Futures Command in 2025

  The US Space Force will establish a new Futures Command in early 2025 to enhance its analytical capabilities, improve budget justification, and counter China's growing space capabilities. This command will streamline requirements, conduct wargaming,...

  

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• Thailand Becomes First Nation to Join Artemis Accords and Chinese-Led Lunar Program

  Thailand has signed the Artemis Accords, becoming the first country to participate in both the U.S.-led initiative and the Chinese-led International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). This dual participation highlights the complex international...

  

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• T-Mobile and SpaceX Partner for Starlink Satellite Text Messaging Beta

  T-Mobile launches a beta program for Starlink's direct-to-smartphone satellite service, offering text messaging in US cellular dead zones. First responders get priority access. The program will gradually expand to more devices. Learn about its...

  

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• Rapid Response GPS Launch: SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys GPS III SV-07 in Record Time

  SpaceX successfully launched a GPS III satellite, SV-07, in a record-breaking timeframe, demonstrating the US Space Force's ability to rapidly deploy crucial national security assets. This mission, dubbed Rapid Response Trailblazer-1 (RRT-1),...

  

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• FAA Streamlines Launch Licensing, Accepting Federal Range Safety Analyses

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will now accept flight safety analyses from federal launch ranges, streamlining the licensing process for launch operators and reducing paperwork. This move follows recommendations from industry groups and...

  

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• NASA and ISRO's NISAR Mission: A Delayed Launch, But Still on Track for March

  The NASA-ISRO NISAR mission, initially delayed due to antenna repair, is now slated for launch in late March 2025. After extensive repairs in California and subsequent testing, the spacecraft is ready. This joint mission will provide invaluable...

  

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• China Launches Satellites for High-Speed Laser Constellation Test

  China successfully launched five satellites designed to test inter-satellite laser communication links, a crucial technology for its ambitious megaconstellation projects. The launch, utilizing a Long March 2D rocket and Yuanzheng-3 upper stage,...

  

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• Rivada Space Networks Confident of Regaining Spectrum Rights for Broadband Satellite Constellation

  Rivada Space Networks, despite a setback with Liechtenstein's telecoms regulator, remains optimistic about regaining priority Ka-band spectrum rights for its nearly 600 proposed broadband satellites. The company is exploring alternative routes,...

  

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• Locus Lock Secures Funding for Advanced GNSS Receivers

  Colorado-based Locus Lock, specializing in advanced GNSS receivers, has secured funding to expand its operations and meet growing market demand in various sectors, including aerospace and autonomous mobility. Their software-defined receivers offer...

  

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• US Space Force to Utilize “Plug and Play” Satellite Interface for Faster Launches

  The US Space Force is adopting a new “plug and play” satellite interface, Handle, developed by The Aerospace Corporation, to accelerate satellite launches. This technology, tested in the Slingshot 1 mission, will be integrated into the upcoming...

  

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• Artemis Accords Reach 50 Signatories: A Milestone in International Space Cooperation

  Panama and Austria become the 50th and 51st signatories of the Artemis Accords, a significant milestone in international space cooperation. The agreement promotes responsible space exploration, focusing on transparency, resource utilization, and...

  

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• NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter Crash: Analysis and Future Implications

  NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter crashed after its 72nd flight. An investigation revealed degraded navigation due to featureless terrain as the root cause. The incident has led to recommendations for improved navigation systems and inspired...

  

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• Fleet Space Technologies Secures $100 Million for Lunar and Terrestrial Exploration

  Australian space technology company Fleet Space Technologies raises $100 million in Series D funding to miniaturize its satellite-based mineral exploration technology for use on the Moon and improve efficiency on Earth. The investment will fund the...

  

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• Jared Isaacman's Vision for US Space Leadership: Private Innovation and Global Competition

  Jared Isaacman, the entrepreneur and astronaut, outlines an ambitious vision for U.S. space leadership, emphasizing private sector innovation and the need to maintain technological superiority in the global space race. He discusses the future of...

  

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