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  Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 27, 2024 China has announced plans to undertake around 100 space launch missions within the year, setting a new precedent for its national space industry's activity levels. This ambitious agenda, disclosed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC), the leading state-owned space contractor, at a news conference in Beijing, underscores China's accelerating pace in the global space race. CASC is slated to execute nearly 70 of these missions, with an impressive goal of deploying over 290 spacec ... read more |
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Long March 5 deploys Communication Technology Demonstrator 11 satelliteSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 26, 2024 China's latest space mission has successfully placed an experimental telecommunications satellite into orbit, utilizing the Long March 5 carrier rocket. This initiative, orchestrated by the China Ae ... more  
Ariane 6 readies for summer launch after eco-efficient transport to Europe's SpaceportParis, France (SPX) Feb 26, 2024 The Ariane 6 rocket components have arrived at the port of Pariacabo in Kourou, French Guiana, signaling a key phase in the preparation for its launch this summer. This event marks a significant ste ... more 
Blue Origin prepares New Glenn for maiden launchLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 26, 2024 Blue Origin marked a significant milestone in its space exploration endeavors with the first rollout and vertical positioning of its New Glenn rocket at Launch Complex 36 (LC-36). This event unveils ... more 
Equatorial Launch Australia Partners with Equatorial Space Systems for Rocket Launches in 2024Sydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 16, 2024 In a significant development for the global aerospace industry, Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA), a leading spaceport operator and infrastructure provider, has announced a strategic partnership wit ... more |
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 China plans record 100 space launches in 2024, including lunar and station missions 
Stratolaunch conducts second captive carry flight of Hypersonic Vehicle TA-1Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 26, 2024 Stratolaunch, a pioneer in aerospace technologies, has announced the successful completion of its second captive carry flight involving the Talon-A hypersonic test vehicle, TA-1. This latest flight ... more |
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BIT advances microbiological research on Chinese Space StationSydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 29, 2024 The Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) reports its latest research project in now onboard the Chinese space station in the Mengtian experimental module. Launched aboard the Tianzhou-7 cargo space ... more 
MITRE and MDC team up to advance at Midland SpaceportLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 28, 2024 The Midland Development Corporation (MDC) and MITRE have recently inked an agreement aiming to synergize their efforts towards enhancing commercial space and high-speed flight operations at the Midl ... more 
Shenzhou 18 and 19 crews undertake intensive training for next missionsSydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 26, 2024 Crew members selected for China's upcoming manned space missions, Shenzhou XVIII and Shenzhou XIV, are currently engaged in rigorous training programs, as revealed by Yang Liwei, a prominent figure ... more 
Japan successfully launches next-gen H3 rocketTokyo (AFP) Feb 17, 2024 Japan's space agency toasted a successful blast-off for its new flagship rocket on Saturday, making it third time lucky after years of delays and two previous failed attempts. ... more |
 Second Private US Moon Probe launches on a Falcon 9 rocket 
USSF-124 Mission: Successful Deployment of Security Satellites with SpaceXLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 15, 2024 The Space Systems Command (SSC) of the U.S. Space Force, in coordination with SpaceX, has completed the successful launch of six critical satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Spac ... more |
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Macau's firecracker free-for-all sparks joy for New Year celebrantsMacau (AFP) Feb 15, 2024 Excited crowds pose with lengthy red chains of firecrackers hoisted on towering tripods along Macau's waterfront, revelling in the final hours of the Lunar New Year holiday before igniting the fuses. ... more 
First Ariane 6 flight model ships to Europe's SpaceportParis (ESA) Feb 13, 2024 The stages that make up the central core of Europe's new rocket, Ariane 6, have left mainland Europe and are heading towards Europe's spaceport in French Guiana. Shipping across the Atlantic, the ma ... more 
Japan postpones next-gen rocket launch over weatherTokyo (AFP) Feb 13, 2024 Japan's space agency on Tuesday postponed the launch of its next-generation rocket planned for this week due to expected bad weather, after two previous attempts ended in failure. ... more 
SpaceX Expands Global Internet Coverage with 22 New Starlink SatellitesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 09, 2024 SpaceX has once again expanded its Starlink satellite constellation, launching 22 more satellites into orbit from the West Coast. This recent deployment underscores SpaceX's continued efforts to enh ... more |
Following repeated delays, NASA launches new PACE Earth-observing satelliteWashington DC (UPI) Feb 8, 2024 NASA launched its new Earth-observing satellite into space early Thursday following several days of weather-related delays. ... more 
Dream Chaser Spaceplane Undergoes Extreme Testing at NASA's Armstrong FacilityLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 08, 2024 At NASA's Neil Armstrong Test Facility in Sandusky, Ohio, Sierra Space's Dream Chaser spaceplane, paired with its Shooting Star cargo module, has captivated media and space industry professionals al ... more 
New Satellite Launch Marks a Milestone in China's Commercial Space SectorSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 08, 2024 The recent launch of the "Xunming Hometown I" satellite in Yangjiang, Guangdong province, signifies a notable advancement in China's commercial space sector. This low-earth orbit satellite, having s ... more 
Space Pioneer and LandSpace Lead China's Private Sector to New Heights in SpaceSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 08, 2024 In the dynamic arena of global space exploration and satellite technology, China's private space sector marked a pivotal year of achievements and breakthroughs, firmly establishing itself as a formi ... more |
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Ex-staff accuse SpaceX of sexual harassment, discriminationSan Francisco (AFP) Feb 7, 2024 Former employees at Elon Musk's SpaceX have expanded their legal case against the rocket-making company that they accuse of discrimination and sexual harassment. ... more 
China's Smart Dragon 3 launches satellites from South China SeaSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 05, 2024 China's growing prowess in the arena of space exploration and satellite deployment was once again on display as the nation successfully launched the Smart Dragon 3 carrier rocket on Saturday morning ... more 
Xichang Space Launch Site Celebrates 200th Mission with Geely-02 Satellite DeploymentSydney, Australia (SPX) Feb 05, 2024 China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center, located in the southwestern province of Sichuan, marked a significant milestone on Saturday by successfully completing its 200th launch mission. This achieve ... more 
Starlab Partners with SpaceX to Launch Private Space Laboratory into OrbitLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 01, 2024 In a significant move for the future of private space exploration, Starlab Space, a joint venture between Voyager Space and Airbus, has inked a deal with SpaceX, a leader in space transport services ... more |
Britain's space capabilities boosted by Pulsar Fusion's latest engine testLondon, UK (SPX) Feb 01, 2024 Pulsar Fusion has marked a significant achievement in the realm of space technology by successfully demonstrating a cutting-edge space engine, distinguished as the largest ever fired in Britain. Thi ... more 
Shake, rattle and launch: Dream Chaser spaceplane passes vibration testSandusky, United States (AFP) Feb 1, 2024 Sierra Space's shuttle-like Dream Chaser has been put through its paces at a powerful NASA vibration facility that mimics conditions during launch and atmospheric reentry, officials said Thursday ahead of its planned first flight to the ISS this year. ... more 
Rocket Lab starts busy year with successful booster recoveryMahia, New Zealand (SPX) Jan 31, 2024 Rocket Lab has started its 2024 mission roster with a landmark Electron launch. The mission, named 'Four Of A Kind,' was dedicated to deploying space situational awareness (SSA) satellites for Spire Global on behalf of NorthStar Earth & Space. ... more 
Sidus Space's 3D Hybrid satellite 'LizzieSat' ready for launchLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 31, 2024 Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU), a company specializing in Space and Data-as-a-Service, has completed the launch preparation of its new satellite, LizzieSat, at the Astrotech Space Operations facility at ... more |
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PLD Space secures contract for Spanish small satellite launcher developmentMadrid, Spain (SPX) Jan 30, 2024 PLD Space has been named the sole contractor in the second phase of a project aimed at developing a Spanish launcher for small satellites. This endeavor, part of the Aerospace Strategic Project for ... more 
NorthStar's situational awareness satellite constellation set for first launchLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jan 29, 2024 Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR), a renowned global provider of space-based data, analytics, and space services, has recently announced an exciting new mission. The company is set to launch four sate ... more 
Spain's PLD Space Selected for European Institutional Space Launch ContractsBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jan 25, 2024 In a significant development for the European space sector, PLD Space, a Spain-based aerospace company, has been chosen by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Commission (EC) to partici ... more
Equatorial Launch Australia unveils advanced horizontal integration facilitySydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 24, 2024 Equatorial Launch Australia (ELA) has unveiled the completed designs for its Horizontal Integration Facility (HIF) buildings at the Arnhem Space Centre (ASC). These state-of-the-art facilities are t ... more |
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