Tag: commercial space
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Australia Urged to Overhaul Space Laws to Attract Investment
Australia's outdated space laws are in desperate need of an overhaul to attract much-needed investment and support the country's burgeoning commercial space sector. The current licensing and permitting regime is too narrow, leaving a gaping hole in the legal framework that's deterring businesses and stifling growth.
NRO Fortifies Satellite Data Deals with New SAR Contracts
The National Reconnaissance Office is bolstering its satellite data capabilities with new contracts with Capella Space, ICEYE US, and Umbra, harnessing the power of commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology to enhance its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capacity. This strategic move combines cutting-edge space-based systems with rapid commercial innovation for more timely and persistent global coverage.