Tag: space tracking
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Senate Boosts Space Tracking Program with $50 Million Infusion
The Senate has given a significant boost to space safety efforts, allocating an additional $50 million to the Commerce Department's space tracking program to monitor non-military satellites. This funding injection, championed by Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins, is a major win for the Office of Space Commerce.
Europe's Space Tracking Program Gains Momentum
Europe's Space Tracking Program is gaining significant traction, with nearly 95 percent of European satellite operators already on board, sharing data and reaping the benefits of collision avoidance services. As uncertainty surrounds the US's Traffic Coordination System for Space, the EU is poised to take a leading role in shaping global safety standards for satellite operations.