Space Force fields mobile satellite-jamming system
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 18:31
The system known as Meadowlands is transitioning to operational use as the military places greater emphasis on electronic warfare
Matthew Williams Joins the Commercial Space Federation as Senior Advisor, National Security
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 17:00
June 30, 2026 – Washington, D.C. — The Commercial Space Federation (CSF) announced today that Matthew Williams, a former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense and Chief of Staff to […]
Apply now to ESA's Junior Professional Programme
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 14:30
Are you passionate about space and looking to build a long-term career in the European space sector? Do you have less than three years of professional experience and a Master’s degree? The European Space Agency is offering a unique opportunity through its Junior Professional Programme (JPP), designed to cultivate the next generation of space professionals. If you dream of contributing to cutting-edge space missions and working in an international, dynamic environment, this programme is your gateway to an exciting future at ESA. Apply now to join us as a Junior Professional!
Vast names Isakowitz as a senior adviser
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 12:00
Commercial space station developer Vast named the former president and chief executive of The Aerospace Corp.
Time to say goodbye to Sentinel-1A
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 11:30
After 12 years of exceptional service, the pioneering Copernicus Sentinel-1A radar satellite has reached the end of its mission. Originally designed for a seven-year life in orbit, the satellite has exceeded expectations, not only by its longevity, but through the extraordinary impact of its data, which have deepened our understanding of our changing planet and supported a wide range of operational services and laid the foundation for scientific discoveries.
SSC Space, Firefly set 2028 target for first orbital launch from Sweden’s Esrange
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 11:21
HELSINKI — SSC Space and Firefly have set a 2028 target for the first orbital launch from Esrange, with key infrastructure and regulatory pieces falling into place.
Orbital files plans for 100,000 orbital data centers
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 10:58
Five-month-old startup Orbital has asked the Federal Communications Commission for permission to deploy up to 100,000 data center satellites, aiming to bring 10 gigawatts of computing power from space to meet rising artificial intelligence demand.
Asteroid Day & eight other key dates in asteroid history
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 08:30
Happy Asteroid Day! Today is the annual UN-recognised global event to promote public education on asteroids and planetary defence. But why today, of all days? Read on to find out – and find out the other key dates in our current golden age of asteroids!
Study argues bigger launch vehicles may not always be better
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 00:45
Beck: Iridium acquisition the “logical next step” for Rocket Lab
Monday, 29 June 2026 14:20
Rocket Lab’s chief executive says the company’s acquisition of Iridium was the “logical next step” in his ambitions to tap into the lucrative space services market.
Discovering the Universe – Astrophysics Flagship Space Observatories Offer Insights to Key Questions
Monday, 29 June 2026 13:27
From observing distant galaxies to exploring exoplanets and their atmospheres, BAE Systems enables cutting-edge technology to expand our knowledge of the universe.
This Month at ESA: June 2026
Monday, 29 June 2026 13:00
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What did space have in store for Europe this month? This June, ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano was named pilot of NASA's Artemis III mission, Ariane 6 set a new European launch record, Proba-3 returned to operations, ESA satellites detected early signs of El Niño, Euclid unveiled its most detailed view yet of the Milky Way's galactic centre, and Sophie Adenot reached the halfway point of her εpsilon mission aboard the International Space Station.
Join us for another month of European space achievements.
Sentinel-1 shows ground displacement after Venezuela earthquakes
Monday, 29 June 2026 12:00
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The map is an interferogram derived from the comparison of Sentinel-1 data on two dates: on the 18 June before the earthquakes and on 25 June a day after. Quantum computing is about to become a national security problem in orbit
Monday, 29 June 2026 12:00

