Luxembourg’s Kleos Space Wins EU Funds for Geolocation Sats

Luxembourg’s Kleos Space Wins EU Funds for Geolocation Sats
Luxembourg’s Kleos Space Wins EU Funds for Geolocation Sats

Tiny Luxembourg is mighty in Europe’s space innovation sector. Because of a government-backed investment and tax-break scheme launched in 2017, it now is home to more than 50 commercial space companies and research labs.

Vector Aims To Be One of Two DoD Small Launch Firms

Vector Aims To Be One of Two DoD Small Launch Firms
Vector Aims To Be One of Two DoD Small Launch Firms

From 150 down to two — that’s how intense and ruthless the competition is going to be to win the Pentagon’s nod for the small launch vehicle market.

DARPA Picks Three Competitors For Launch Challenge Prize

DARPA Picks Three Competitors For Launch Challenge Prize
DARPA Picks Three Competitors For Launch Challenge Prize

Tucson-based Vector Launch, Virgin Orbit, and a “stealth” startup can compete for prizes up to $10 million in the DARPA Launch Challenge.