SpaceX plans Monday’s NROL-69 launch and the National Reconnaissance Office provides insight into the mission to “never hibernate” – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-03-23 00:00
SpaceX is targeting Monday, March 24 for a Falcon 9 launch of the NROL-69 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Liftoff is targeted for 1:48 p.m. ET. A live webcast of this mission will begin about ten minutes prior to liftoff on X @SpaceX.
Saab signs MoU with ICEYE to integrate advanced space-based radar data to military command systems – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-03-23 00:00
Saab and ICEYE, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on the development and integration of advanced space-based radar data. This strategic cooperation aims to integrate ICEYE’s cutting-edge SAR technology solutions into Saab’s command and control systems.
BlueHalo announces breakthrough in long-haul laser communication capabilities – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-03-23 00:00
BlueHalo has announced the successful milestone demonstration of the company’s two-terminal, long-haul, multi-orbit laser communication system. During the demonstration, two laser communication optical terminals completed pointing, acquisition, and tracking sequences at transmit power levels. The demonstration’s success highlights new capabilities for transferring high bandwidth data in space.
“US on high alert” – China’s satellites display unprecedented combat maneuvers in space – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-03-23 00:00
Chinese satellites have been observed conducting complex “dogfighting” maneuvers in low Earth orbit. This has prompted serious concerns from the United States Space Force about the potential implications for global security and stability. These developments signal a shift from space being a peaceful domain to a potential battlefield among powerful nations.
Southern Launch closes significant funding round to build out capabilities + infrastructure to serve the global space industry – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-03-23 00:00
Southern Launch has closed out a significant funding round that will propel the company forward to build out its spaceports and scale its service offerings. The funding round was led by a syndicate of prominent Australian infrastructure investors who recognize the unique capabilities that Southern Launch has to offer the global space and high-tech industries. As a part of the funding round, leading space industry figure Jeremy Hallett has been appointed Chair to the Southern Launch board.