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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
- Steam catapults? US Navy appears to be sticking with electromagnetics on carriers
- Despite an August order for the U.S. Navy to return to steam catapults on its newest carriers, the service appears to be sticking with electromagnetics.
- — Michael Peck 2026-09-23 18:22:04
- Air Force, civilian staff dispute status of China Aerospace Studies Institute
- CASI's director said the move will effectively end the institute, even as the service says CASI’s mission will continue.
- — Michael Scanlon 2026-09-23 15:38:14
- Greenland welcomes US military pact but trust still shaky
- Greenland’s government and residents expressed relief about a new military pact with the United States and Denmark.
- — Tim Barsoe and Soren Jeppesen, Reuters 2026-09-23 15:25:44
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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
- Navy Tests CCA Mission Planning With MQ-20
- This month, the Navy demonstrated how it plans to operate future Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) using a General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc (GA-ASI) MQ-20 Avenger surrogate aircraft to te...
- — Rich Abott 2026-09-23 21:12:43
- Navy Set To Issue SIOP Dry Dock Awards This Month
- The Navy this month plans to issue a solicitation leading to multiple construction contracts to support the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) with new dry dock construction. Acc...
- — Rich Abott 2026-09-23 20:53:30
- Impulse Space Nabs $28 Million Award For Domain Awareness Mission
- Fresh off winning a $28 million Space Force contract to demonstrate in-space maneuverability operations, Impulse Space this week said it won another $28 million award from the service to provide [&...
- — Cal Biesecker 2026-09-23 20:50:09
- DoD Plans Counter-Drone Laser Shoot Off In December
- The Defense Department on Wednesday invited vendors with directed energy (DE) solutions to bring their high-energy laser (HEL) systems to a shoot off later this year as part of the […]<img wi...
- — Cal Biesecker 2026-09-23 18:58:27
- Northrop Grumman Lands $508 Million Missile Defense Support Contract
- Northrop Grumman [NOC] has received a potential nine-year, $508.5 million contract from the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to provide flight test and logistics support for remaining intermediate- and...
- — Sarah Salem 2026-09-23 18:06:05
- Lockheed Martin Vectis To Have ‘F-35 Like Capabilities’
- As the U.S. Air Force considers whether Increment 2 of its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program will feature more attritable or more advanced drones, or a mix of those, Lockheed […]<im...
- — Frank Wolfe 2026-09-23 17:54:19
- Greenland Agreement Allows For Golden Dome System
- The U.S., Denmark and Greenland on Tuesday signed an Arctic Security agreement that would allow for the U.S. to establish a missile defense system on Greenland as part of the […]<img width="1...
- — Cal Biesecker 2026-09-22 23:13:54
LegiStorm Caught Our Eye Digest
- Tech counsel logs back on with Baldwin
- Sen. Tammy Baldwin's (D-Wis. ) policy team is getting a familiar face back from the nonprofit sector. Becca Branum has returned to Baldwin's office as senior counsel for technology policy after se...
- 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
- Hispanic Heritage Month arrives amid political gains
- Hispanic lawmakers hold a growing share of elected offices, both on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures across the country, as National Hispanic Heritage Month begins this week. Hispanic lawmake...
- 2026-09-14 18:45:17
- Hospital group admits Senate health aide
- A veteran Democratic health policy aide has left Capitol Hill for a hospital advocacy group. Christina McCauley is now vice president of government relations at the Federation of American Hospitals...
- 2026-09-10 19:00:37
WSJ Op-eds
- It’s a Good Time to Buy Bonds
- With high yields and stock prices, consider rebalancing your portfolio.
- — Burton G. Malkiel 2026-09-23 21:10:00
- What’s on Trump’s Agenda With Xi?
- President Trump will host China’s Xi Jinping for meetings and a state dinner at the White House. But behind all the pomp, will he press Beijing to stop supporting Iran? And will Trump hold back w...
- — WSJ Opinion 2026-09-23 20:28:00
- We Could All Be Wrong About the Midterms
- This election season will likely have more surprises than most—and for both parties.
- — Karl Rove 2026-09-23 19:53:00
- International ‘Law’ vs. Israel
- A court in The Hague considers defining genocide down to harm the Jewish state.
- — Barton Swaim 2026-09-23 19:52:00
- What Once Was Free Now Has a Fee
- The ‘gift with your purchase’ stands out amid monetization.
- — Brenda Cronin 2026-09-23 19:51:00
- AI and the ‘Dangers of Electric Lighting’
- Thomas Edison warned that alternating current was an unacceptable threat.
- — Peter C. Earle 2026-09-23 19:50:00
- Democrats to Maintain Control at CBS, CNN
- Blue-state attorneys general block potential media reform.
- — James Freeman 2026-09-23 19:15:00
The Diplomat
- Xi Jinping Is Coming to the US. Why Is He Skipping the UNGA?
- Xi’s coming to the U.S. East Coast while the United Nations’ biggest event is going on. That makes his absence all the more striking.
- — Shannon Tiezzi 2026-09-23 15:08:00
- On Taiwan, US ‘Strategic Ambiguity’ Is Not Dead Yet
- What look like indications of U.S. abandonment of Taiwan are relatively superficial, while substantive investment in capabilities that could deter China continues apace.
- — Denny Roy 2026-09-23 14:08:00
- The Trump-Xi Summit: Stakes for Australia
- Trump wants more sales. Xi wants fewer constraints. What does Australia need from the Trump-Xi summit?
- — Marina Yue Zhang 2026-09-23 13:47:00
- At UNGA, Kyrgyz President Japarov Once Again Complains About Sanctions
- Japarov also thanked Donald Trump for ending funding of NGOs.
- — Catherine Putz 2026-09-23 13:49:00
- The China-Russia Factor in the Iran War
- Insights from Stephen J. Blank.
- — Mercy A. Kuo 2026-09-23 13:14:00
- In Taiwan, a Disaster Exercise Prepares for Conflict, Too
- This year’s natural disaster drill sought to stress-test Taiwan against cascading, multisystem failures – with obvious implications for an invasion scenario as well as an earthquake.
- — Katie Sizemore 2026-09-23 12:29:00
- Warming Himalayas: Nepal’s Climate Justice Test
- Nepal’s devastating Himalayan floods have exposed the human and economic cost of a warming region, reviving demand for climate justice.
- — Som Niroula 2026-09-23 12:23:00
European Security & Defence
- Rheinmetall awarded the maintenance contract for customs vessels
- <img width="300" height="209" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-09-23-rheinmetall-erhaelt-wartungsvertrag-fuer-zollschiffe.37b09f54-300x209.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-23 14:00:40
- Airbus awarded 25-year cybersecurity contract from the French Ministry of the Armed Forces
- <img width="300" height="200" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Airbus-300x200.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Airbus cybersecurity experts.( Copyright Airb...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-23 13:22:15
- DroneShield Opens Adelaide R&D Hub to Accelerate Next-Generation of Australian Defence Technology
- <img width="300" height="200" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/DroneShield-Opens-Adelaide-RD-Hub-300x200.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="DroneShield offici...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-23 12:15:07
- FQ-42 Vengeance Finds New Home at Creech Air Force Base
- <img width="300" height="200" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WEB-FQ-42_F-35_F-15-300x200.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="FQ-42 Vengeance Finds New Home a...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-22 21:00:52
- Norway Orders Three More WiSENT 2 Armoured Recovery Vehicles from FFG
- <img width="300" height="178" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WiSENT-2-ARV-NO-300x178.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="WiSENT 2 Armoured Recovery Vehicle. ...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-22 21:00:26
- The M941 Tournai has arrived in Zeebruges
- <img width="300" height="200" src="https://euro-sd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Aankomst-TOURNAI-22Sep26-2-300x200.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="The M941 Tournai has arri...
- — Thomas Liebe 2026-09-22 21:00:23
Politico Defense feed
- 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
- US, in controversial deal, agrees to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia
- Lawmakers have expressed concerns for years that the move would give China access to sensitive technology.
- — By Paul McLeary 2026-09-17 20:01:00
- Trump floats setting up Army base in Poland
- The potential move comes after the Pentagon sought to pull troops from the country earlier this year.
- — By Jack Detsch 2026-09-17 18:56:22
- ‘The US can’t lose’: Pentagon plows ahead on AI despite warnings
- Military leaders warn the risks of falling behind adversaries in artificial intelligence research outweigh the potential risks of the technology.
- — By Leo Shane III 2026-09-16 19:50:00
- Iran war has cost taxpayers $38B — and counting
- The Congressional Budget Office said the prolonged military campaign will hit $2 billion to $3 billion a month.
- — By Connor O'Brien 2026-09-15 18:12:26
- Iran war has led to munitions shortfall, bottlenecks to restock, Pentagon IG says
- The Defense Department’s independent watchdog acknowledged the shortfall, a concern the administration has downplayed for months.
- — By Casey He 2026-09-15 15:28:17
- Hegseth allies campaign to put loyalist in Army secretary job
- Pentagon officials are pushing spokesperson Sean Parnell for the position and launching attacks against other candidates.
- — By Paul McLeary and Jack Detsch 2026-09-14 21:31:03
CGTN-China politics
- China urges Japan to stop any attempt at 'remilitarization'
- China urges Japan to deeply reflect on its history of aggression, heed the calls of regional countries and stop pursuing any attempt at "remilitarization," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo...
- 2026-09-21 11:33:30
- Chinese premier meets Kyrgyz cabinet chief
- Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday met with Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Aleshovich Kasymaliev, who is attending the fifth Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, t...
- 2026-09-23 14:39:54
- Russia expands entry ban list in response to EU new sanctions
- Russia has substantially expanded its entry ban list for European Union (EU) representatives in response to the EU's 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions adopted on July 23, the Russian Ministry ...
- 2026-09-19 01:06:45
- Egypt, China explore cooperation on water management
- A Chinese delegation is expected to attend Cairo Water Week in October, Sewilam said, adding Egypt is opening channels for discussions and cooperation.
- 2026-09-21 08:01:12
- President Xi Jinping to pay state visit to US from September 23 to 25
- President Xi Jinping to pay state visit to US from September 23 to 25
- 2026-09-21 07:02:32
- Palestinian official accuses Israel of 'mass detention' in West Bank
- Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh on Tuesday accused Israel of turning Palestinian cities, villages and refugee camps in the West Bank into "mass detention camps," citing checkpoints, ir...
- 2026-09-23 03:29:25
- Xi Jinping's key quotes on artificial intelligence
- Xi Jinping's key quotes on artificial intelligence
- 2026-09-23 08:03:52
TradeWinds - maritime shipping news
- Value Investor’s Edge founder warns clients on skyrocketing Breakwave Tanker ETF
- Fund up more than 3,700% on year is ‘extremely dangerous for average investors,’ researcher cautions
- — Joe Brady 2026-09-23 19:58:07
- Greek judge bans disputed Eletson ship from leaving port after master refuses management change
- Affiliate of Murchinson-controlled Eletson Holdings appoints V Ships to operate vessel
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-09-23 19:15:27
- Sinokor strikes $25m VLCC relet to Chevron as Gulf of Oman rates hold strength
- Shipping giant plays both legs of Middle East-to-Asia trade
- — Eric Priante Martin 2026-09-23 16:23:20
- Nukes under the sun: Propulsion to take centre stage at ASBA Miami cargo forum
- This week’s Streetwise considers the issue of nuclear power as an alternative to fossil fuels
- — Joe Brady 2026-09-23 16:03:16
- Hull underwriters hit by rising costs and war losses
- Senior underwriters say profits dented by multiple impacts from war and economic woes
- — Paul Peachey 2026-09-23 15:47:35
- French owner Marfret inks orders for feeder pair in China
- Two 480-teu vessels add to growing portfolio to be built at Guangji Xinneng for international owners
- — Ian Lewis 2026-09-23 15:13:11
- China adds early warning system for electric cars to combat ship fires
- Carmakers drive change after spate of costly blazes on vessels linked to batteries
- — Paul Peachey 2026-09-23 14:36:43
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
- If Amazon doesn’t know how to eliminate carbon emissions, then who does?
- Amazon is one of the largest companies in the world. How much responsibility does it have to meet its net zero pledge?
- — Tim De Chant 2026-09-23 21:21:33
- VC firm Bessemer now has another $5.75B to invest in (what else?) AI
- The VC firm says that AI-native companies are growing faster than any technology, ever.
- — Julie Bort 2026-09-23 20:35:17
- Enveda secures $311M to bring more nature-derived AI drugs into clinical trials
- The round valued the AI biotech at $2 billion. It is currently testing drugs that treat skin conditions and preserve weight loss after stopping GLP-1s.
- — Marina Temkin 2026-09-23 19:31:28
- Modal Motors is trying to cut China out of electric motors entirely
- The startup is working on small, light motors with no rare-earth magnets that are suited for drones, fans, and robots.
- — Sean O'Kane 2026-09-23 19:05:00
- Disney+ and Hulu add to the growing trend of streaming inflation
- At the same time, Disney appears to be exploring new ways to expand its streaming business beyond simply raising subscription prices.
- — Lauren Forristal 2026-09-23 18:06:27
- The old cybersecurity model is breaking
- As concern over AI safety and rogue agents continue to make headlines, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are rising, or that investors are pouring massive amounts of capital into startup...
- — Theresa Loconsolo 2026-09-23 17:44:02
- Zoox grounds Atlanta test fleet after workers report toxic gas exposure symptoms
- The repeated incidents led one worker to file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which opened an inquiry and told Zoox to investigate the exposures.
- — Sean O'Kane 2026-09-23 17:28:38
Space.com
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