ICEYE, the global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations for high-resolution Earth observation and persistent monitoring, is launching a major investment program exceeding €250 million to expand its satellite manufacturing capabilities, accelerate technology development, and strengthen its position as a global leader in space and defense technologies.
European space ventures secured a record €1.5B in funding last year—a 56% increase over 2023.
axar Intelligence announced an agreement with radar imaging startup Array Labs to secure capacity on its constellation set to launch in 2026.
ST SpaceMobile has reached a deal enabling bankrupt satellite operator Ligado Networks to pay the more than $500 million it owes Viasat, in exchange for long-term access to L-band spectrum to boost its planned direct-to-smartphone services.
Firefly Aerospace says it plans to offer a commercial lunar imaging service for use by governments and companies, one that could supplement or replace an existing, but aging, NASA orbiter.
