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What happened in space this week
investments · SpaceQ · 1d ago
Maritime Launch Services Q3 2026: bigger rockets, fewer shares
Maritime Launch Services plans to support larger medium-class rockets and consolidate its stock, which has traded below $1 all year.
investments · SpaceQ · 1d ago
Canadian Space Agency reports spending hit record $1.16 billion
The Canadian Space Agency spent a record $1.16 billion in fiscal 2025-26, nearly doubling the prior year, with almost half going to the European Space Agency.
investments · SpaceNews · 1d ago
Commercial Space Federation Welcomes CesiumAstro as a New Associate Member
CesiumAstro joins Commercial Space Federation as associate member, expanding the industry trade group.
investments · Payload · 2d ago
Exclusive: Sagittarius Logistics Raises $1.2M to Build Inland Launch Capabilities
Sagittarius Logistics raised $1.2 million to develop inland launch capabilities.
investments · Payload · 2d ago
Midterms Impact on NASA Budgets
Analysis of how midterm election results may impact NASA's budget allocation for the next spending cycle.
investments · Payload · 2d ago
Gama Raises €15M Seed to Boost Europe’s Solar Array Supply Chain
Gama raised €15 million in seed funding to expand Europe's solar array supply chain for spacecraft.
investments · SpaceNews · 2d ago
AST SpaceMobile presses case for developing own launch vehicle
AST SpaceMobile says it can develop a reusable launch vehicle within two years, though the space industry remains skeptical of the timeline.
investments · SpaceQ · 2d ago
DND Departmental Results Report shows space gains and a delay
Canada's Department of National Defence spent $47.8 billion in fiscal 2025-26, 34% above its initial budget, with gains in space spending noted.
investments · SpaceNews · 2d ago
What role does industry play in Europe’s space sovereignty push?
CEO of Kongsberg NanoAvionics discusses industry's role in supporting Europe's space sovereignty efforts.
investments · SpaceQ · 2d ago
Sarah McLean named Maritime Launch chief operating officer
Maritime Launch Services named Sarah McLean as chief operating officer to oversee company operations.
investments · SpaceQ · 2d ago
Senior is not a skill level: Rethinking startup hiring
Not space industry related.
investments · Payload · 3d ago
Exclusive: Spaceium Opens License for Refueling Hardware
Spaceium opened licensing for orbital refueling hardware as it develops in-space gas station infrastructure.
investments · Payload · 3d ago
NeuralSat Raises €2.9M to Build Orbital Data Relay Network
NeuralSat raised €2.9 million to build an orbital data relay network for in-space communications.
investments · Payload · 3d ago
OwlO Cloud Emerges from Stealth to Build European Orbital Cloud Network
OwlO Cloud emerged from stealth to develop a European orbital cloud network with 10 operational spacecraft planned by 2030.
investments · Space.com · 3d ago
'There's tremendous demand': Rocket Lab raises price of Neutron launch from $55 million to $70 million
Rocket Lab increased Neutron launch prices from $55 million to $70 million, citing high demand and launch capacity constraints.
investments · SpaceQ · 3d ago
Rocket Lab Q3 2026: Neutron orders pile up before first flight
Rocket Lab sold eight additional Neutron launches for over $515 million in Q3, filling the rocket's manifest into the 2030s at higher prices.
investments · SpaceNews · 4d ago
Horizon Microtechnologies Targets Constellation-Scale Production As Esa Phi-Lab Selection Strengthens Industrialisation Push
Horizon Microtechnologies received €500,000 in ESA funding through the IP-MASS project to scale up its micro-additive manufacturing platform for satellite production.
investments · Payload · 4d ago
Rep. Mike Haridopolos on NASA’s Future After the Blue Wave
A congressman expressed optimism that bipartisan support will ensure NASA's Artemis program survives political changes on Capitol Hill.
investments · Payload · 5d ago
Exclusive: Lyra Systems Emerges from Stealth to Solve the Valley of Death
Lyra Systems announced a Department of Defense agreement to help early-stage space technologies advance through development stages.
investments · SpaceNews · 5d ago
Kratos and Seagate Space Partner to Advance Mobile Offshore Launch Capabilities for National Security Missions
Kratos Defense and Seagate Space signed a long-term agreement to advance mobile offshore launch capabilities for national security missions.
investments · Payload · 5d ago
Rocket Lab Ups Neutron Launch Price Ahead of ‘27 Debut
Rocket Lab increased launch prices for its Neutron vehicle ahead of its 2027 debut.
investments · NASA · 5d ago
NASA Advanced Mid-Power Electric Rocket Challenge
NASA launches the AMPERE Challenge to invite U.S. companies to develop mid-power Hall effect thruster systems for satellites and exploration missions.
investments · NASA · 5d ago
La NASA destina un millón de dólares al reto estudiantil Base Lunar
NASA announced a $1 million student challenge for lunar base design, with the competition launching Nov. 8, 2026.
investments · SpaceQ · 5d ago
CSA awards ABB $1.5 million to develop a Mars methane detector
The Canadian Space Agency awarded ABB Inc. a $1.5 million contract to develop a methane detector for Mars atmosphere analysis.
investments · Space.com · 5d ago
NASA just launched a $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge to award cash prizes to students that solve lunar base problems
NASA launched the Moon Base Student Challenge offering $1 million in prizes for student solutions to lunar base problems.
investments · SpaceNews · 6d ago
CCIA Report Highlights Satellite Connectivity’s Potential to Expand Internet Access and Drive Economic Growth
CCIA released a report on satellite connectivity's potential to expand internet access and economic growth.
investments · Space.com · 6d ago
NASA unveils $10 billion in moon base contracts, new lunar missions and the 'PROMISE' of a nuclear-powered rover
NASA awarded up to $10 billion in contracts for lunar cargo delivery and moon base construction by 2032.
investments · SpaceQ · 6d ago
LUNR Aerospace goes public before its first engine test
LUNR Aerospace went public on the Canadian Securities Exchange before conducting its first engine test.
investments · Payload · 6d ago
NASA Unveils Moon Base Awards at MAX POWER
NASA awarded Moon base contracts including new lander deals and a recycled Mars rover during the MAX POWER event.
investments · NASA · 6d ago
NASA Announces $1 Million to Students for Moon Base Challenge
NASA opened a $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge inviting U.S. high school and post-secondary student teams to submit Moon base designs.