https://spacewatch.global/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Tue, 12 May 2026 10:35:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/spacewatchgl-analysis-the-eu-space-act-and-why-turkiye-should-pay-attention/ Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73797
Written by Berna Akçalı Gür, PhD
As the EU Space Act advances through the legislative process, its implications are expected to extend well beyond EU borders. For Türkiye, the regulation presents both a compliance challenge and a strategic opportunity, particularly for operators involved in launch services, satellite activities, and cooperation with European partners. This article examines the legal, geopolitical, and industrial implications of the EUSA for Türkiye’s emerging space sector.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/dassault-aviation-and-ohb-form-partnership-to-submit-esa-proposal-for-vortex-s-multipurpose-spacecraft/ Tue, 12 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73814 Dassault Aviation and OHB are collaborating to submit a joint proposal to the European Space Agency for the VORTEX-S multi-purpose spacecraft that will transport cargo to and from space stations and carry out autonomous free-flyer missions.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/lonestar-signs-nasa-space-act-agreement-to-advance-space-based-data-storage-for-resilient-space-infrastructure/ Tue, 12 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73810 Lonestar has signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA to advance lunar data storage and resilient off-world compute infrastructure.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/lockheed-martin-seagate-space-and-firefly-aerospace-are-collaborating-to-accelerate-sea-based-launch-solutions/ Tue, 12 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73806 Lockheed Martin, Seagate Space, and Firefly Aerospace are collaborating on sea-based launch solutions for national security using Seagate's Gateway offshore platform.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-three-final-day-the-three-big-takeaways-and-golden-ticket-insights/ Mon, 11 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73837 Torsten Kriening and Yvette Gonzalez wrap up GEOINT 2026 from snowy Aurora, Colorado with special guest Udit Bhatta, Golden Ticket winner from Mississippi State University. Discover why allied GEOINT's constraint has shifted from collection to governance, why commercial GEOINT is now structural, and why AI interoperability is the new challenge.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-three-ksats-rob-ayasse-tracking-dark-vessels-and-the-power-of-ground-stations/ Mon, 11 May 2026 18:45:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73834 Torsten Kriening talks with Rob Ayasse, VP of Earth Observation Sales at KSAT, at GEOINT 2026. Discover KSAT's dual business model, the new Wake by KSAT dark vessel detection platform, and a real-world case study tracking a sanctions-busting tanker from Russia to Syria.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/4s-symposium-2026-cristina-ortega-avs-and-the-canary-islands-constellation-story/ Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73831 Daniela Jovic talks with Cristina Ortega, Head of Space at AVS (Added Value Solutions), at the 4S Symposium in Sardinia. Discover the Canary Islands Constellation -Spain's first regional government space asset for monitoring volcanoes, wildfires, and environmental services, and why Europe must also support smaller constellation projects alongside the mega-programs.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/spacewatchgl-opinion-beyond-data-why-satellite-access-alone-wont-deliver-climate-resilience-in-africa/ Mon, 11 May 2026 18:15:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73791
Written by Joshua Faleti
Africa now has unprecedented access to Earth observation data through initiatives such as GMES & Africa and Digital Earth Africa. Yet climate vulnerability across the continent persists.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-two-ronda-schrenk-the-mastermind-behind-geoint-2026-and-the-inflection-point/ Mon, 11 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73773 USGIF CEO Ronda Schrenk discusses AI adoption, institutional challenges, and the operational focus shaping GEOINT 2026.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/4s-symposium-2026-patricia-martinez-madrid-spaces-hot-engineering-and-the-robotic-arm-future/ Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73770 Madrid Space discusses thermal control, robotic systems, and the engineering challenges behind modern spacecraft at the 4S Symposium.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-two-earthdailys-6-new-satellites-launched-and-nro-contract-win/ Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73767 EarthDaily expands its satellite constellation to support AI-driven global change detection built on consistent, repeatable Earth observation data.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-two-thomas-gruebler-first-time-at-geoint-and-the-agentic-ai-reality-check/ Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73764 OroraTech explores how AI-driven intelligence workflows at GEOINT 2026 are reshaping operational decision-making far beyond the defense sector. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-three-liveeos-e28m-series-b2-agentic-ai-revolution-and-we-dont-need-to-hide/ Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73761 LiveEO discusses agentic AI, satellite analytics, and Europe’s growing pressure to compete with the rapidly evolving US defense and AI ecosystem.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/spire-global-open-new-facility-in-munich-to-support-german-space-based-intelligence-capabilities/ Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:52 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73746 Spire Global has established a sovereign satellite manufacturing facility in Munich, strengthening Germany's space-based intelligence capabilities.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/esa-and-jaxa-sign-dedicated-collaboration-agreement-for-2028s-ramses-mission-to-asteroid-apophis/ Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:21 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73752 ESA and JAXA have signed a collaboration agreement for the 2028 Ramses mission to asteroid Apophis, deepening cooperation in planetary defence.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/rocket-lab-to-acquire-motiv-space-systems-adding-mars-proven-robotics-heritage-and-capability-to-its-portfolio/ Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73777 Rocket Lab has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Motiv Space Systems, a California-based company specializing in space robotics, motion control systems, and precision mechanisms for spacecraft. Motiv, to be branded Rocket Lab Robotics, is renowned for its advanced multi-degree of freedom robotic arms, actuators, and drive electronics that have enabled numerous space missions, including NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover, the CADRE lunar rovers, and precision mechanisms supporting scientific instruments and spacecraft subsystems. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/european-breakthrough-hps-lss-win-major-antenna-deal-dr-ernst-pfeiffer-and-andreas-lindenthal/ Fri, 08 May 2026 10:59:27 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73741 European companies secure a contract for satellite reflector systems, marking a step from development into global commercial space markets.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-two-dr-tara-mott-learn-geoint-in-14-weeks-and-esris-national-security-power/ Fri, 08 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73738 Dr. Tara Mott discusses GEOINT education, Esri’s role in operational intelligence, and how training is aligning more closely with real-world use.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/geoint-2026-day-two-liveeo-zero-trust-ai-and-europe-reality-check/ Fri, 08 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73735 AI is already in the workflow. The harder question is who takes responsibility for what it produces.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/05/profen-and-azercosmos-expand-satellite-services-across-europe-the-middle-east-and-africa/ Fri, 08 May 2026 07:17:27 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=73713 PROFEN and Azercosmos have signed a cooperation agreement on satellite capacity utilization within the framework of SAHA Expo 2026 held in Istanbul. Under the agreement, PROFEN plans to provide a range of fixed and mobile satellite communication services across the EMEA region particularly in Türkiye, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa through the utilization of capacity on the Azerspace-1 and Azerspace-2 satellites.]]>