Latest Developments
More...Mclean, Va., July 6, 2026
Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM), a provider of global voice, data, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Aireon LLC, operator of the world's only space-based Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) air traffic surveillance system.
Long Beach, Calif., June 29, 2026
Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB), a provider of launch and space systems and Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM), a provider of global voice, data, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Rocket Lab will acquire Iridium. Rocket Lab will acquire all the outstanding shares of Iridium common stock for US$ 54 per share in a cash and stock transaction. This represents an enterprise value for Iridium of approximately US$ 8 billion.
Executive Moves
More...Elche, Spain, June '22, 2026
PLD Space, a space transportation company, announced the appointment of Hilario Albarracín, former Chairman and CEO of KPMG in Spain, as a new independent director.
Sofia, Bulgaria, June 17, 2026
EnduroSat, a space infrastructure builder, today announced the appointment of Brandon Tripp as Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, he will lead the scaling of EnduroSat's commercial operations and accelerate global growth.
Market Trends
More...Singapore, July 6, 2026
The Asia Video Industry Association’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP), in partnership with YouGov, today released the findings of its 2026 consumer survey examining video piracy across eight Asia-Pacific markets. The survey found that 44% of consumers continue to access pirated content, down from 46% in 2025. Singapore leads the way with the lowest incidence of piracy at 25%, down from 38% in 2025. Piracy rates however remain particularly prevalent in Vietnam (56%), Indonesia (51%), Malaysia (49%) and the Philippines (48%).
Paris, June 23, 2026
Novaspace’s latest In-Flight Connectivity report points to sustained, long-term growth in the In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) market, with connected aircraft numbers to exceed 70,000 by 2035. Simultaneously, IFC penetration is expected to rise from 48% to 72% in commercial aviation and from 67% to 88% in business aviation.
Products and Services
More...Immenstaad, July 6, 2026
ND SatCom GmbH, a leading provider and system integrator of secure and innovative satellite communication solutions, has once again been honored with the German Brand Award. Following last year's success, the company has received the Winner award in the category "Excellence in Brand Strategy and Creation – Brand Communication 360° Campaign" for 2026. The award recognizes the integrated campaign "The Ultimate Fusion: MFT1500 X Motorized", which accompanied the market launch of ND SATCOM's new motorized multi-band FlyAway terminal.
Doha, Qatar, July 1, 2026
Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, today announced the signing of a contract with Thales Alenia Space for the design and manufacturing of its next generation high-throughput satellite, Es’hail-3/Türksat-Biruni. To be positioned at the 50°East orbital slot, Es’hail-3/Türksat-Biruni marks a major milestone in Es’hailSat’s growth journey and represents the most significant investment in the company’s expansion strategy to date.
