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Transcelestial Partners with Gilmour Space to Demonstrate Satellite Laser Communication Technology

Transcelestial has partnered with Gilmour Space to test its laser communication technology on a satellite launching later this year, aiming to deliver high-speed data transmission from spacecraft to ground at the lowest cost per bit. The demonstration will take place on SpaceX’s Transporter-18 rideshare mission.

4 months ago60/100
TranscelestialGilmour Space TechnologiesSpaceX
Commercial SpaceIndustry

SpaceX Successfully Launches Batch of Starlink Satellites into Low Earth Orbit

On February 2, 2026, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 25 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, marking the 14th launch for SpaceX this year and bringing the total number of active Starlink satellites to 9,628. This mission highlights SpaceX's continued efforts to expand its satellite constellation and enhance global internet connectivity.

4 months ago40/100
SpaceX
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Astronomers Observe Most Distant Galaxy Cluster Using James Webb Space Telescope

Scientists have made a groundbreaking observation of the most distant galaxy cluster ever seen, using the James Webb Space Telescope and NASA's Chandra X-ray space telescope, providing new insights into the formation of galaxies in the early universe. This discovery challenges current models of galaxy cluster formation and has significant implications for our understanding of the cosmos.

4 months ago85/100
NASAESACSA
ScienceResearch

China Successfully Launches AlSat-3B Satellite for Algeria Amidst Preparations for Human Spaceflight Test

China has launched the AlSat-3B satellite for Algeria on a Long March 2C rocket, marking its seventh orbital launch attempt in 2026, while other missions are delayed due to preparations for a key human spaceflight test. The successful launch demonstrates China's continued advancements in space technology and its commitment to expanding its presence in the global aerospace industry.

4 months ago40/100
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)China Academy of Space Technology (CAST)GalaxySpace
LaunchesOrbital Operations

ESA Appoints Laurent Jaffart as Director of Resilience, Navigation and Connectivity

The European Space Agency (ESA) has appointed Laurent Jaffart as the new Director of Resilience, Navigation and Connectivity Directorate, effective 1 February 2026, reflecting the agency's commitment to enhancing resilience and navigation capabilities. This move is expected to have significant implications for the aerospace industry.

4 months ago10/100
ESAEuropean UnionAirbus Defence and Space
Policy & RegulationRegulation

Vulnerability of Critical Space and Submarine Infrastructure Sparks Concern

The increasing dependence on satellites and submarine cables for global communication has raised concerns among experts about the vulnerability of these critical infrastructure systems, with over 15,000 active satellites in orbit and roughly 600 submarine cables spanning the ocean floor. As technology advances, regulatory frameworks are struggling to keep pace, posing significant risks to the aerospace industry and global connectivity.

4 months ago40/100
ESASpaceX
Policy & RegulationRegulation