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US-China collaboration in space is possible, Sian Proctor

The collective effort of nations in constructing the International Space Station (ISS) demonstrates the immense potential for cooperative ventures in space.

UK urged to build a spacecraft capable of collecting defunct satellites

Britain has been urged to create a spacecraft capable of removing the growing amount of debris and redundant satellites from the earth’s orbit. Speaking at the Labour Party Conference, Stephanie Ayres of UK Space said that the UK could become…

Space Economy to reach $772 Billion by 2027, driven by commercial revenue

As an industry and an ecosystem, we always say there has never been a better time to become part of the global space sector.

Africa is not simply a geopolitical pawn, but a valuable partner in space development, says Nigerian space entrepreneur

There is an opportunity for the U.S. government to leverage space technology to foster stronger relationships with Africa.

Plug and play nuclear reactor technology proven, says leading tech investor

Small modular nuclear units (SMRs) have been in use in the US for 50 years on navy submarines and carriers; the technology is not new and has been proven.

NASA seeks industry input to strengthen space station’s robots

NASA is calling on American companies to share their ideas for using and operating a group of free-flying robots on the International Space Station (ISS). The trio of cube-shaped robots, named “Bumble,” “Honey,” and “Queen,” are part of the Astrobee…

Robert Gray: We need dialogue channels with China on space

Messages from the US about China may contribute to a sentiment among Chinese citizens that they are being deliberately held back.

Former astronaut Gen. Charles Bolden warns against kinetic weapons in space

Where you hit an object with a kinetic weapon, debris is generated in that orbit and below for months, if not years to come.

Britain to launch first ever military spy satellite.

Britain is about to launch its first ever dedicated military spy satellite.Called Tyche, the washing machine-sized spacecraft will have sufficient resolution to identify battlefield troop positions and vehicles.A successful launch will mean that the UK will no longer be the…

India, Poland and Hungary to join Axiom Space mission to ISS

Axiom Space announced that its upcoming mission to the International Space Station (ISS) will feature a diverse international crew representing India, Poland, and Hungary. The Ax-4 mission marks a significant expansion of global participation in commercial spaceflight. It is also…