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🌌 Transform Your Space Market Intelligence The Space Impulse Data Intelligence Platform stands as a cornerstone in the space technology market, providing a robust blend of information, data, and insights crucial for those at the forefront of this rapidly evolving industry. Key Use-Cases: 🔹Investors: Provides venture capitalists, angel investors, and institutional investors with critical data to identify high-potential investment opportunities and understand the competitive landscape in space technology. 🔹Founders and Executives: Offers space tech leaders, including C-suite executives and startup founders, vital information on market trends, potential partners, and investment sources to strategically position their companies for growth. 🔹Governmental Bodies: Assists government agencies and space programs in accessing a wealth of information on emerging space technologies and market dynamics to support policy making and strategic initiatives. 🔹Defense: Equips defense departments with insights into commercial space innovations, enhancing their capabilities in procurement and strategic technology adoption. 🔹Industry Analysts and Consultants: Enables market researchers and consultants to deliver in-depth analysis and forward-looking insights, helping shape strategies in the space tech sector. 🔹Academic and Research Entities: Supports academic leaders and researchers by providing access to the latest scientific breakthroughs and collaborative opportunities in space technology. Discover how the Space Impulse Intelligence Platform can elevate your understanding and strategic positioning within the space industry. Check it out at app.spaceimpulse.com and reach out to us at hello@spaceimpulse.com. #SpaceIndustry #MarketIntelligence #SpaceTechnology #Innovation #DataInsights

The Economist Intelligence: EIU explored how geopolitical ambitions, commercial opportunities, and new technologies are converging to create a more competitive and dynamic global space sector in the recently released Space for Growth Report. Check out this week's newsletter for key insights from the Space for Growth report along with your weekly news roundup! 🛰️ Open Cosmos and the European Space Agency - ESA signed a €35 million contract for NanoMagSat, an innovative mission under ESA’s Scout framework. 🏗️ Rocket Lab has secured a $23.9 million award from the U.S. Department of Commerce to expand its semiconductor manufacturing capabilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 📶 The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Airbus a contract to deliver advanced modems for its Skynet satellite communications constellation. 🛡️ Atomic-6 has been awarded $3.8 million through a Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) to further develop its Space Armor™ shielding tiles, an advanced solution to protect space assets from orbital debris and kinetic energy threats. 💻 Slingshot Aerospace has been awarded a $13.3 million contract by NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Space Commerce to develop the user interface for TraCSS, the United States’ next-generation space safety platform. 📱 SpaceX’s Starlink, direct-to-cell satellite technology is moving closer to commercial rollout, following the Federal Communications Commission’s approval for broader operations. 🇸🇦 🇧🇷 Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has partnered with Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency to advance research in space sustainability. 💲 In funding, SatVu raised £20 million in funding to advance its HotSat satellite constellation. Space Impulse will help you catch up with the latest #space #news. Sign up for our free weekly #newsletter to stay in the know 🚀

SatVu, a UK-based climate technology company that uses thermal imaging for Earth Observatino, announced it has raised £20 million in funding to advance its HotSat satellite constellation. 🌍 The investment includes a £10 million equity round led by Adara Ventures and Molten Ventures, alongside an insurance payout. This marks the inaugural investment from Adar as newly launched Energy Fund, aimed at supporting technologies driving Europe’s energy transition. https://lnkd.in/evCU-Yh2 #investment #spacefunding #climatetechnology

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronaut Sunita Williams is celebrating Thanksgiving a little differently this year—aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Despite being far from Earth, she and her fellow astronauts are continuing the Thanksgiving celebrations. In a recent video message, Williams shared how the crew plans to take a break from their busy schedules to connect with their families back on Earth through video calls. Along with Nick Hague, Butch Wilmore, and Don Pettit, Williams wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and expressed her gratitude for the support of her family and fellow crew members. Image: NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration #ThanksgivingInSpace #NASA #ISS #Gratitude

Open Cosmos and the European Space Agency - ESA (ESA) have finalized a €35 million contract for NanoMagSat, an innovative mission under ESA’s Scout framework. 📣 This mission will deploy a constellation of three satellites to monitor Earth’s magnetic field and ionospheric environment with advanced precision, furthering Europe’s leadership in geophysical research from space. The first satellite is set to launch in late 2027, with the remaining satellites following soon after. Together, the constellation will operate for three years, offering enhanced spatial and temporal coverage. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZ3GzKeu #Satellite #SpaceImpulse #SpaceContract #SpaceIndustry

Happy Thanksgiving from Space Impulse! 🪐🍂 As we take a moment to reflect on this season of gratitude, we’re thankful for the incredible advancements in space technology and the opportunity to contribute to the future of exploration. This year has been one of growth and collaboration, and we’re proud to be part of an industry pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving. 🌌🚀 #Thanksgiving #SpaceInnovation #Gratitude #SpaceImpulse

Slingshot Aerospace has been awarded a $13.3 million contract by NOAA’s Office of Space Commerce to develop the user interface for TraCSS, the United States’ next-generation space safety platform. The contract includes: ➖ A 12-month development phase valued at $5.3 million ➖ Options for four additional years Slingshot will develop the Presentation Layer in collaboration with partners COMSPOC and T and T Consulting Services. The interface will integrate with Slingshot’s Beacon software to provide users with conjunction data and decision-making tools. #SpaceSafety #SpaceCommerce #SlingshotAerospace #SpaceIndustry #SpaceFunding

🚀 What excites you most about SpaceX's progress with Starship? We recently shared highlights from SpaceX’s sixth Starship test flight, marking another step toward developing a fully reusable space transportation system. Which milestone stands out most to you? Vote below and let us know your thoughts in the comments! 📣 Read more in our latest article here: https://lnkd.in/ehAw6GJz #SpaceTech #Starship #SpaceExploration

Rocket Lab has been awarded $23.9 million by the U.S. Department of Commerce under the CHIPS and Science Act to enhance its semiconductor manufacturing capabilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 💸 This investment not only strengthens U.S. leadership in semiconductor production but also supports critical applications in national security and the commercial space sector. As one of only two U.S. companies producing high-efficiency, radiation-hardened solar cells for space exploration and defense, Rocket Lab is shaping the future of space technology. https://lnkd.in/e5zRkqf9 #Semiconductors #CHIPSAct #SpaceTech #USDepartment

This week, Space Impulse released an update detailing the recent enhancements we've made to our team, platform, and offerings, along with a few exciting upcoming updates! Check out this week's newsletter to learn more about the work we've been doing to support you in navigating the space tech industry and what's to come, along with your weekly news roundup! 🤝 AeroVironment has announced plans to acquire BlueHalo in an all-stock transaction valued at $4.1 billion. 📜 Anduril Industries has been awarded a $99.7 million Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract and a five-year Program of Record designation by the Space Systems Command. 🛰 Space Machines Company has partnered with LeoLabs to support its upcoming Space MAITRI mission, an on-orbit servicing and space debris mitigation demonstration scheduled for launch in early 2026. 💪 ICEYE will lead a consortium of Finnish space and defense companies to support the Finnish Ministry of Defense’s F-35 fighter program. 💲In funding, The Exploration Company has reportedly raised $160 million in a Series B funding round and Inversion has raised $44 million in Series A funding. Space Impulse will help you catch up with the latest #space #news. Sign up for our free weekly #newsletter to stay in the know 🚀