Commercial
Space missions rely on private sector engagement, NASA official says
The space agency needs to work more closely with its commercial providers to meet critical flight requirements.
Boeing Starliner returns to Earth without its crew
A former astronaut details what that means for NASA, Boeing and the astronauts still up in space.
Aerospacelab expands into the U.S. with new manufacturing facility
Belgian manufacturer expands operations in Torrance, California, to meet growing demand for space technology.
Bluestone backs missile defense and space tech company
The private investment firm is undertaking this move via a license it received to back promising small businesses whose technologies align with the Defense Department's priorities.
More launches, more satellites and a busier low-Earth orbit equals more business for LeoLabs
As the space economy booms, the need for collision data has grown with it.
The Polaris Dawn mission to Earth’s orbit will test SpaceX’s capabilities for a commercial space program
The mission could be a critical advance for commercial space travel.
Lockheed Martin Acquires Terran Orbital in $450 Million Deal
The strategic acquisition enhances Lockheed's offerings in satellite manufacturing and services.
Airbus and Thales in talks to merge satellite businesses
Potential tie-up aims to create European space champion as industry shifts to smaller satellites.
Boeing’s Starliner launches toward the International Space Station − an important milestone for commercial spaceflight
One small step for Boeing....
How the Space Force plans to surge a commercial fleet during wartime
New program is based on the concept of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet.
Special Aerospace Services buys secure communications business
Godspeed Capital Management has now backed two acquisitions of SAS with this newest move also adding a NASA footprint.
The Mars Sample Return mission has a shaky future, and NASA is calling on private companies for backup
Can industry help speed up a critical Mars mission?
Eutelsat America Corp gets new CEO
Executive hires focused on technology, operations and corporate development also feature.
Mars sample return mission might have a commercial aspect
NASA is looking for fresh ideas to bring Martian samples home, opening up opportunities for commercial space companies to join the challenge.
Lawmaker seeks to give NASA funding flexibility on interagency research efforts
Legislation from Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Ill., would allow agencies to transfer funding to NASA to jointly partner on scientific or engineering projects.
Space operations likely to be shaped by sustainable emerging tech, report says
Innovative capabilities that promote reusability, safety and longevity are likely to dictate the future of space exploration, according to a recent white paper from Forecast International.
Pentagon will use commercial space assets in military operations, under new plan
The unclassified document aims “to be transparent” about what the military needs and how private companies fit in.
Pentagon will use commercial space assets in military operations, under new plan
The unclassified document aims “to be transparent” about what the military needs and how private companies fit in.
Red Sea internet cables severed; satellites picking up the slack
The severing of cables demonstrates both terrestrial and satellite have their drawbacks and their advantages.
Space tourism then and now
Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, and Axiom Space Offer Adventures for the Everyday Astronaut (with Deep Pockets)
