Week of January 8, 2024
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A number of anticipated satellite programs finally got off the ground in 2023. Unfortunately, some of those satellites including the first ViaSat-3, and four of the O3b mPOWER satellites, have experienced on-orbit issues, forcing operators to recalibrate their strategies.?In this round-up, we take stock of 2024 and look at some of the top...Read More
SpaceX launched the first six Starlink satellites with direct to cell capabilities in its first mission of 2024 on Tuesday evening. SpaceX and partner T-Mobile say the service will provide coverage in cellular dead zones in the most remote locations.?The first six direct to cell satellites...Read More
The U.S. Air Force awarded an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to satellite operator Viasat to provide integrated, multi-domain capabilities for the USAF Life Cycle Management Center (USAF LCMC). Viasat announced the award on Dec. 28. The contract...Read More
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Terran Orbital has started the year by announcing two significant financial updates regarding its cash balance as well as an update on its contract with Rivada Space Networks. The company received a milestone payment from Rivada on its constellation contract. Terran Orbital said the amount was for the completion...Read More
L3Harris has a long history of space heritage, but in the past few years, the company has shifted from a payload provider to prime contractor, winning key contracts with the Space Development Agency. Space Systems sector President Kelle Wendling talks with Via Satellite about how L3Harris is investing in its space capabilities to keep pace with...Read More
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