Category: Satellite & NewSpace

The January 2026 Satellite & NewSpace Insight captures a European space sector increasingly defined by sovereignty, security, and long-term resilience. This edition highlights how public and private initiatives are converging to strengthen autonomous capabilities across in-orbit servicing, Earth observation, and defence-aligned space infrastructure.

Two featured articles sit at the heart of this theme. Exotrail’s expansion of its spacevan™ platform for CNES signals a major step forward for in-orbit servicing and end-of-life satellite management, positioning Europe at the forefront of sustainable space operations. In parallel, the partnership between DroneShield and Intelic reflects rising demand for integrated, scalable counter-drone solutions as space, defence, and security priorities continue to overlap.

The industry news section reinforces Europe’s growing ambition. LiveEO’s launch of a high-resolution 3D Earth observation constellation, SWISSto12’s €73 million ESA backing for HummingSat, and D-Orbit’s $128 million Series D funding round all point to sustained investment in sovereign space capabilities and orbital infrastructure.

This month’s featured podcast complements these developments. In Episode 61 of the Satellite & NewSpace Matters Podcast, CubeSpace CEO Mike-Alec Kearney shares insights on scaling space technology businesses, leadership challenges, and European expansion—highly relevant as the region’s space ecosystem matures.

Discover the full January 2026 Satellite & NewSpace Insight to explore the stories shaping Europe’s next phase in space.

October proved to be a standout month for the Satellite & NewSpace industry, marked by a landmark merger, major funding rounds, and new global partnerships driving innovation from Earth to orbit. This edition captures the momentum building across the space economy as companies push boundaries in connectivity, autonomy, and commercialisation.

Our featured articles highlight the merger between Lynk and Omnispace, combining forces to deliver next-generation direct-to-device connectivity, and EnduroSat’s $104 million funding round to scale ESPA-class satellite production.

From Leaf Space’s industry recognition to Ion-X’s propulsion milestones and Slingshot Aerospace’s expansion into the UK, October was defined by progress and collaboration.

This month’s featured podcast, “Democratising Earth Observation Data” with Michael Bartholomeusz of NOVI, explores how accessible satellite data is reshaping how organisations observe and manage the world around them.

Dive into the full edition for the latest on the people, technology, and partnerships defining the next phase of the space economy.

September was a month of acceleration for the Satellite & NewSpace industry, marked by leadership moves, strategic funding, and advances in autonomy. This edition highlights the growing interplay between innovation, collaboration, and commercial growth, shaping the next phase of the space economy.

Our featured articles spotlight Pangea Propulsion’s recognition as a Top 3 Spanish startup, following its success in testing a methane-powered aerospike engine and securing €23 million in funding, alongside Kepler Communications’ appointment of Beau Jarvis as CRO, signalling a strong commercial push as it scales its in-space data relay network.

From Space Inventor’s successful BIFROST satellite commissioning to AIKO’s partnership with CS Group on autonomous spacecraft systems, the industry news underscores a wave of technological momentum. Major investments like Cailabs’ €57 million funding round further demonstrate how optical and AI-driven capabilities are propelling the sector forward.

This month’s featured podcast, “Imaging the Future from Space” with Bryan Dean of Dragonfly Aerospace, explores how cutting-edge Earth observation technologies are transforming how we understand and manage resources on our planet.

Dive into the full edition for more insights on the people, partnerships, and technologies driving the future of Satellite & NewSpace.

This month’s Satellite & NewSpace Insight dives into a wave of technological innovation and industry momentum that’s shaping the next phase of orbital infrastructure. Leading the charge, Planet has expanded its high-resolution imaging capabilities with the successful deployment of two new Pelican satellites. These next-gen assets deliver faster downlink speeds and richer, real-time insights to aid sectors from agriculture to disaster response.

Meanwhile, Benchmark Space Systems secured a significant NASA SBIR Phase II award to develop its hybrid Aquila transfer stage, pioneering a flexible, green propulsion solution for small spacecraft on high-energy missions.

Beyond the headliners, we spotlight Impulse Space’s upgraded Mira vehicle for advanced in-space mobility, Dragonfly Aerospace’s integration with CubeCom, and the strategic rise of Beyond Gravity’s radio occultation tech powering Europe’s weather satellites. We also track major leadership shifts at Kepler Communications and the latest moves in wildfire monitoring and satellite ground station innovation.

This edition also features a compelling podcast interview with Julian Fernandez, CEO of FOSSA Systems, who shares how a childhood satellite project launched from Reddit evolved into a major player in the satellite IoT ecosystem.