Satellites

Communications and remote sensing technologies are the biggest markets for military and commercial satellites. Satellite communications systems enable data transmission even in remote places on Earth and, for the military, facilitating seamless command and control operations. Remote sensing satellites equipped with advanced sensors gather invaluable data about Earth's surface and atmosphere, supporting applications like environmental monitoring, weather forecasting, and natural resource management. As the space industry evolves, in-orbit servicing has emerged as a potential game-changer. This innovative technology allows specialized spacecraft to rendezvous with and service operational satellites, extending their lifespan and reducing space debris. Satellite servicing vehicles can perform tasks like refueling, repairing, and even upgrading components, maximizing the value of existing space assets and enabling more sustainable space operations.

News & Analysis

May 29, 2026
The U.S. Space Force has tapped Blue Origin to support a National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) launch as early as late 2027.
May 29, 2026
The U.S. Space Force’s plans to procure new commercially derived satellite communications (satcom) spacecraft and services have been extended.
May 29, 2026
The U.S. Space Force has awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract to stand up an initial space-based air moving target indication (AMTI) constellation by 2028.
May 29, 2026
The EU has completed a key review for the future Earth Observation Governmental Service (EOGS) program.
May 29, 2026
OHB and Rheinmetall finalized their plans for a joint venture to pursue a German military proliferated low-Earth-orbit communications satellite program.
May 28, 2026
South Korea’s Satrec Initiative is looking at expanding its ambitions to deploy Earth imaging satellites based on strong demand for services from its SpaceEye-T spacecraft.
May 28, 2026
Kepler Communications is set to begin commercial service of its in-orbit optical communications network next month, says Beau Jarvis, chief revenue officer for the company.
May 28, 2026
The European Union is projecting a more than doubling of the global Earth observation data and services market by 2034.