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Astranis is pursuing three Department of Defense (DoD) contracting areas and one commercial area. These include:
- Resilient GPS: Led by the Space Systems Command (SSC) as a "quick start" project, aiming for a $2 billion total. The SSC plans to procure 24-30 satellites, each costing up to $80 million. Astranis, along with Axient, L3 Harris, and Sierra Space, was awarded an eight-month design concepts contract in September 2024, with $40 million allocated for design studies. The first set of satellites is expected to launch as soon as 2028. Notably, SpaceX did not bid on this contract.
- PTS-G: A Tactical MILSATCOM in GEO shaped by the SSC, with an RFP announced in November 2024. The award is expected in 2025, with a budget of $558 million over two years, potentially reaching $2 billion. This follows a GOCO model (Government Owned and Commercially Operated).
Recent News
- Ukraine deploys FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for first time, Zelenskyy says
- Ukraine has deployed its FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday.
- — Reuters 2026-10-01 19:54:35
- Boeing adds to big week with first full-rate Grey Wolf helicopter order
- The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a roughly $85 million contract for four more MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, with the first under full-rate production.
- — Michael Scanlon 2026-10-01 17:49:35
- Dutch say ASW frigate talks ongoing amid reports Belgium may quit project
- Belgium is pushing to get new naval frigates on time, as a joint procurement with the Netherlands is delayed by years.
- — Rudy Ruitenberg 2026-10-01 15:01:55
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- Outpace the threat with technical excellence, adaptability and rapid solutions that support a broad range of operating environments. At it's core - PEO IEW&S services the Army's military intelligence, command & control, and in-general non-kinetic capabilties. It is a deep player in the Army's ability to fight shooting wars and peace-time operations alike. Read more ...
Did you know?
- ... that Watch the US Air Force carry out dramatic nighttime Minuteman III test
- ... that French, German defense leaders urge European unity after Trump win
- ... that Patriot missile knocks out threat target in test with new radar
- ... that Space Force expands Commercial Integration Cell partnerships
- ... that though Donald Trump’s election throws into doubt U.S. support for Ukraine, many Ukrainians hope Trump will hold the line on military aid.
- ... that Trump vows peace in chaotic Middle East. But fixing it won’t be easy.
- ... that Prague has been leading a push to source Soviet-era ammunition for Ukraine from countries around the globe, but the initiative risks running out of money.
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Defense Daily
- DIU And Navy Award Three MCM Modernization Prize Winners
- The Defense Department’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Department of the Navy Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Robotic and Autonomous Systems (DRPM RAS) on Thursday announced BeeX, Blac...
- — Rich Abott 2026-10-01 21:20:30
- Army Picks Initial 30 Finalists For Low-Cost Interceptor Demonstrations
- The Army has picked the initial 30 finalists for its Low-Cost Interceptor (LCI) competition, with those vendors now set to demonstrate their all-up rounds and offerings for critical components this...
- — Matthew Beinart 2026-10-01 21:14:52
- Varda Launches Two Hypersonic Reentry Capsules On SpaceX Transporter-18 Mission
- Varda Space Industries on Thursday said two of its space capsules that will return to Earth next month at hypersonic speeds were launched aboard a SpaceX [SPCX] Falcon 9 rocket […]<img width=...
- — Cal Biesecker 2026-10-01 20:36:24
- Neros Says Gauntlet II Order For Drones And Explosive Payloads Is $100 Million
- Neros on Wednesday said the Pentagon’s Drone Dominance Program (DDP) has placed a $100 million-plus order for 14,000 of the company’s Archer first person view (FPV) drones and related explosive...
- — Cal Biesecker 2026-10-01 19:25:45
- USAF Looks for Long-Range Communications Drones Deployable from AFSOC Fixed Wing Platforms
- The U.S. Air Force is looking for companies able to provide already developed, small, attritable communications drones as part of a mesh network for use against adversaries with advanced electronic...
- — Frank Wolfe 2026-10-01 17:43:01
- W93/Mk7 Enters Engineering and Manufacturing Development Phase
- The Navy’s W93/Mk7 nuclear warhead and reentry system has entered the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase after achieving Milestone B, advancing the first new U.S. nuclear warhe...
- — Sarah Salem 2026-10-01 14:49:30
- Domestic Supply Chain Still Needs To Catch Up To Meet Growing Energy Demands, Officials Say
- To meet the incoming energy and artificial intelligence (AI) demand, the United States’s nuclear supply chain needs a major uplift to help make reactor construction economical and timely, nuclear...
- — Trey Rorie 2026-10-01 14:45:56
LegiStorm Caught Our Eye Digest
- Cornyn aide makes an explosive move
- A defense policy aide to Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) has left Capitol Hill for an explosives manufacturer. Brett Bauman joined Critical Materials Group in September as government relations manager....
- 2026-10-01 19:52:41
- Midterm mentions surge in congressional releases
- Lawmakers are talking midterms at a pace far exceeding recent midterm election cycles. Just weeks ahead of Election Day, members of Congress appear to be ramping up their midterm-related messaging,...
- 2026-09-28 18:35:18
- Free expression advocate finds a voice with Wyden
- Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore. ) has hired a policy adviser from the nonprofit sector. Becca Branum has joined Wyden's office after serving as deputy director of the Center for Democracy & Technology'...
- 2026-09-23 19:22:05
- State lawmaker departures rise in 2026
- State lawmakers have left office early in greater numbers this election cycle, with more departing for other political opportunities. LegiStorm data shows 315 state legislators left office between ...
- 2026-09-21 18:19:15
- MITRE specialist engineers a return to the Hill
- A former government relations specialist has gone from tracking Congress to working within it. Kate Lovas has joined Rep. Greg Stanton (D-Ariz. ) as a senior legislative assistant after working as...
- 2026-09-17 19:31:28
WSJ Op-eds
- Political Agitators Stalk Mitch McConnell at Home
- One self-styled journalist describes the harassment as ‘an intelligence-gathering mission.’
- — Adam Pack 2026-10-01 21:18:00
- The GOP’s Missing Turkey
- Without an agenda, Republicans will have little to be thankful for in November.
- — Kimberley A. Strassel 2026-10-01 21:00:00
- Religious Persecution and Financial ‘Crimes’
- China’s techniques against Christian pastors should be a warning to business.
- — Gao Pu 2026-10-01 20:59:00
- Abandoned Land? Build a Data Center
- Alabama is doing it with closed coal plants, the Virginias with old strip mines.
- — Jay Reed 2026-10-01 20:58:00
- WSJ Opinion: Passengers Defeat a Would-Be Hijacker
- In the spirit of Flight 93, Israelis on the plane and their flydubai crew fought back, says Elliot Kaufman.
- — WSJ Opinion 2026-10-01 20:19:00
- Jamie Dimon’s Third Pillar Matters the Most
- We need to rededicate ourselves to the values and principles that make our nation great.
- 2026-10-01 17:55:00
- The Recusal Decision Belongs to Justice Alito
- The fix isn’t hard.
- 2026-10-01 17:54:00
The Diplomat
- Why Are Modi Government Critics Now Targeting India’s Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar?
- A recent investigative report strengthens opposition charges that the Modi government is using Kumar to manipulate elections in favor of the BJP.
- — Snigdhendu Bhattacharya 2026-10-01 15:11:00
- China’s Stake in the Russian Duma Elections
- The topic is a controversial one in China due to the obvious parallels between the Russian and Chinese political systems and the stake the Chinese leadership has in the stability of their neighbor.
- — Elizabeth Wishnick 2026-10-01 14:47:00
- Taiwan Can’t Fight Beijing’s History War While Erasing Its Own ROC Legacy
- The push to emphasize Taiwanese identity is at odds with the government’s attempt to center the Republic of China in World War II history.
- — Ivan I-Wei Huang 2026-10-01 13:58:00
- Australia as an AI Middle Power
- As a middle power, with a range of assets and resources, Australia is not powerless in the face of change.
- — Melissa Conley Tyler and Grant Wyeth 2026-10-01 14:05:00
- The New Development Bank Quietly Delivers During India’s BRICS Year
- India is in a unique position as a founding member and one of its biggest borrowers.
- — Sachin Yadav 2026-10-01 13:15:00
- Iran War Highlights 2 Challenges for Japan in a Taiwan Contingency
- Japan can use the Iran war to reexamine its security framework, with particular attention to preparations for a contingency involving Taiwan.
- — Hiroaki Kato 2026-10-01 12:54:00
- Central Asia’s Diplomatic Balancing Act on Display from Bishkek to New York
- Central Asia aligns rhetorically with Beijing and Moscow in regional group settings, materially with Washington in bilateral deals, and with no one in particular at the United Nations.
- — Bimal Adhikari, Zhuldyz Gabdsattarova, and Arailym Munaitpas 2026-10-01 12:50:00
European Security & Defence
- DroneShield Launches Mission Ready Services
- <img width="300" height="169" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DroneShield-Kopie-300x169.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="CUAS Foundations Course accessible...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-10-01 10:56:19
- GSIS 2026: Where Europe’s Future Security Capabilities Are Shaped
- <img width="300" height="200" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/GSIS25_01_3000x2000px-Kopie-300x200.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="(Photo © Hamburg Messe ...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-10-01 08:08:05
- U.S. Navy Evaluates SeaGuardian(r) UAS at Whidbey Island
- <img width="300" height="158" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Us-navy-evaluates-seaguardian-300x158.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="U.S. Navy Evaluates Se...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-10-01 07:18:59
- American Rheinmetall to Produce and Upgrade MK93 Enhanced Softmounts
- <img width="300" height="209" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-09-30-american-rheinmetall-liefert-mk93-lafetten-an-die-us-army.0f4ccd9a-300x209.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedV...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-30 12:33:28
- Smart Shooter Receives $150 Million U.S. Contract
- <img width="300" height="225" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SMART-SHOOTER-300x225.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="SMASH 2000LE and SMASH Hopper (Photo ...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-30 09:00:36
- Europe’s Acquisitions of Long-Range Fires
- <img width="300" height="188" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Klein_Polish-HOMAR-K-300x188.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Poland’s Homar-K is an exampl...
- — Dorothee Frank 2026-09-30 07:25:08
Politico Defense feed
- Hegseth vows to shrink the Pentagon — and then announces plans to grow it
- The Defense secretary announced several major initiatives that appear to contradict his efforts to cut the department’s bloat.
- — By Jack Detsch and Paul McLeary 2026-09-30 22:09:55
- Pentagon excludes key allies from NATO meeting
- Some of Europe’s biggest defense spenders — and U.S. allies — were not invited to a Pentagon-led meeting to discuss the alliance.
- — By Paul McLeary, Stefanie Bolzen and Jack Detsch 2026-09-30 20:24:18
- GOP holds the line on Iran despite growing midterm rift with Trump
- Senate Republicans barely defeated an effort to halt the conflict even as GOP candidates in battleground states turn against the war.
- — By Connor O'Brien 2026-09-24 19:11:50
- US and Poland near deal for American base with 10,000 troops
- The Polish foreign minister announced the effort Thursday, despite a previous Trump administration threat to pull troops from the country.
- — By Paul McLeary 2026-09-24 18:15:55
- Stalled military nominees leave a Pentagon void
- The delay in confirming high-level officials occurs as the U.S. tries to extricate itself from a war in the Middle East.
- — By Leo Shane III and Connor O'Brien 2026-09-24 08:45:00
- States jockey to land Trump’s new Space Academy
- Leaders from at least a half-dozen states are making their pitch, even though the federal academy is far from a reality.
- — By Connor O'Brien and Audrey Decker 2026-09-23 21:30:00
- Hill investigates after F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong
- The incident raises the possibility that top secret weapons technology may have been exposed to a foreign adversary — including China.
- — By Audrey Decker and Mark Satter 2026-09-18 15:55:26
CGTN-China politics
- Expert: Xi-Trump summit, a test of 'constructive strategic stability'
- Expert: Xi-Trump summit, a test of 'constructive strategic stability'
- 2026-09-27 07:31:22
- The Long March at 90: A Chinese epic that speaks to all humanity
- This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Red Army's victory in the Long March. Nine decades on from that historic triumph, the Long March has transcended national borders to stand as a monument ...
- 2026-09-30 15:23:14
- Trump welcomes Xi at White House for tea chat
- Trump welcomes Xi at White House for tea chat
- 2026-09-25 14:46:36
- Xi, Trump to have tea chat at White House
- Xi, Trump to have tea chat at White House
- 2026-09-25 14:00:48
- Chinese VP: China to work with all countries to build shared future
- Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Saturday called on the international community to uphold multilateralism, promote common development and safeguard peace and justice, in a speech at the General ...
- 2026-09-27 13:58:02
- 161 people evacuated from Ethiopia's conflict-affected Tigray region
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Monday evacuated 161 people from Ethiopia's conflict-affected Tigray region amid heightened tensions.
- 2026-09-29 09:19:50
- Dozens killed in three separate shootings across South Africa
- Nearly 40 people were killed in three separate mass shootings across South Africa in less than a week. The deadliest attack occurred in Johannesburg late Saturday, where 17 people were killed. Hour...
- 2026-09-29 10:58:05
TradeWinds - maritime shipping news
- Fire ignites on tanker in Hormuz after strike by unknown projectile
- Cargo size reported by Iran suggests targeted vessel is a VLCC
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-10-01 21:20:36
- 2020 Bulkers hands shares to investor trio in offshore pivot
- Harald Moraeus-Hanssen will ultimately own 20.8%
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-10-01 20:36:43
- Clarksons Securities sees new record head for Danaos share price after dividend surprise
- Omar Nokta says special dividend has been ‘a long time coming’
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-10-01 19:35:04
- US targets Russian shadow banking network, including financial facilitators of Iran’s dark fleet
- US move comes after UK action against A7 banking network
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-10-01 18:57:00
- DHT Holdings VLCC to rake in $36m from Gulf of Oman fixture
- After violent day in Middle East, rates for voyages through Strait of Hormuz rise
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-10-01 16:08:36
- UK targets Russia’s LNG fleet and Asian charterer in new sanctions blast
- Vessels include newly acquired LNG carriers needed for long-haul voyages after EU ban from 2027
- — Paul Peachey,Lucy Hine 2026-10-01 16:04:13
- Drone-hit Black Sea oil terminal reveals impact of Ukrainian attacks
- Tanker loadings down after strikes cause ‘significant damage’
- — Paul Peachey,Gary Dixon 2026-10-01 14:33:01
EveryCRS Appropriations
- Department of Homeland Security Appropriations: FY2026 State of Play
- 2026-06-24 04:00:00
- National Park Service: FY2027 Appropriations
- 2026-07-01 04:00:00
- Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) FY2026 Appropriations: Overview
- 2026-07-02 04:00:00
- Appropriations for Implementation of the Endangered Species Act Since FY2017
- 2026-07-06 04:00:00
- National Park Service (NPS) Appropriations: TenYear Trends
- 2026-07-06 04:00:00
- Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs: FY2026 Budget and Appropriations
- 2026-07-15 04:00:00
- Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations: Funding History and Agency Descriptions
- 2026-07-27 04:00:00
TechCrunch
- Musk’s AI chatbot Grok reportedly encouraged Trump to capture Venezuela’s president
- President Trump reportedly asked for Grok's opinion before invading Venezuela and capturing Nicolás Maduro.
- — Dominic-Madori Davis 2026-10-01 21:08:11
- ChatGPT can now virtually try on clothes for you
- OpenAI is rolling out new shopping features for ChatGPT that let users virtually try on clothing and accessories using their own photos and save products they like to a Favorites library.
- — Sarah Perez 2026-10-01 19:21:53
- Google thinks SpaceX’s Starship has to launch 1,800 times before space data centers get off the ground
- Google launched its first advanced chip into orbit to pave the way for space data centers.
- — Tim Fernholz 2026-10-01 19:18:03
- World’s first enhanced geothermal power plant completed in just 23 months
- Fervo Energy completed its first power plant in less than two years. The next phases promise to connect to the grid even quicker.
- — Tim De Chant 2026-10-01 18:35:55
- OpenAI cuts ties with 3 safety researchers, WSJ reports
- OpenAI has parted ways with three safety researchers after an internal investigation found they mishandled sensitive company information, report says.
- — Aditya Mehta 2026-10-01 18:14:42
- Opus 5.5 loves to tell you ‘this matters’ (and other AI writing tells)
- Opus 5.5’s biggest tell is the word “dependable,” which pops up 23 times more often than in human samples.
- — Russell Brandom 2026-10-01 17:50:19
- This startup wants to turn idle car inventory into rental revenue
- When Igor Dobrianskyi looks at a car dealership lot, he doesn't see rows of cars — he sees millions of dollars just sitting there, depreciating. Come see MyMonthlyCar in the Startup Battlefield 2...
- — Kirsten Korosec 2026-10-01 17:09:00
Space.com
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