Paris, France (SPX) May 21, 2025
ESA is expanding its Ramses mission to asteroid Apophis with the addition of a second CubeSat, further enhancing scientific efforts to study the asteroid during its extremely close approach to Earth on April 13, 2029. Apophis, measuring 375 meters across, will pass Earth at a remarkably close distance, offering a rare opportunity for in-depth observation. The Ramses mission, which could be

London, UK (SPX) May 21, 2025
The UK's Skynet 6A military communications satellite has completed the integration of its communications and service modules, marking a key step toward deployment. Built by Airbus at its Stevenage and Portsmouth sites, the satellite achieved this milestone at the National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) in Harwell, Oxfordshire, which is managed by RAL Space under the Science and Technology Facili

To create a crumbly crater rich in ice and chunky blocks soaked in layers of martian history – like this one recently observed by the European Space Agency’s Mars Express – follow this recipe:

1. Toss a space rock into Mars to form a classic circular base
2. Layer with molten lava 
3. Carve channels with liquid water
4. Chill to create ice, and freeze-thaw multiple times to slowly expand crater edges
5. Sprinkle generously with volcanic dust, and leave to set
6. Serve to hungry Mars fans!

NASA says a “multi-year” budget shortfall even before the cuts in the fiscal year 2026 budget have led it to consider reductions in crew size and research on the ISS.

Canada’s MDA Space has increased its offer for SatixFy by 43% following a competing bid for the Israeli satellite chipmaker, bringing the total value of the deal to around US$280 million.

Industry officials: Cuts of this magnitude would be a stunning reversal of policy

Washington, D.C. – SpaceNews is pleased to announce the expanded role of longtime commercial space reporter Jason Rainbow, who will now serve as Senior Staff Writer and Business Intelligence Manager.

This is a bonus edition of Space Minds by SpaceNews.

ST. LOUIS – Hyperspectral imagery startup Kuva Space is expanding its focus on maritime-domain awareness and preparing to launch its second satellite in June.