Space Industry

The company’s livestream ended shortly after the failed attempt. ispace CEO Takeshi Hakamada apologised publicly, acknowledging the setback and thanking everyone involved.

L&T bets on space exploration as India expands private rocket and satellite industry

L&T, considered a bellwether for India's infrastructure spending, is the country's largest private-sector defense manufacturer by revenue

Adani-backed firm among three finalists in India's small satellite launch rocket privatisation

About 20 companies initially expressed interest in bidding for the SSLV, the first privatisation of its kind under PM Modi’s policy drive to open up India’s space industry

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Achieves Historic Orbital Milestone in Space Race | N18G

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket successfully launched on its first orbital mission early Thursday, January 16, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida. Standing 30 storeys tall with a reusable first stage, the rocket marked a major milestone for Jeff Bezos’ space company in its bid to rival SpaceX in satellite launches. While the second stage reached orbit successfully, the first stage booster failed to land on a barge in the Atlantic Ocean. The mission carried the prototype Blue Ring spacecraft, designed for satellite servicing and national security missions. This inaugural flight is part of Blue Origin’s plan to deploy customer satellites.

Who is Jared Isaacman? Everything about SpaceX's private astronaut, nominated as next NASA chief by Trump

Jared Isaacman, billionaire and private astronaut, nominated as NASA's potential administrator. Learn about his background, vision, and challenges ahead.

A new environmental threat coming: How space exploration is becoming dangerous for Earth's climate

As space exploration reaches new heights, a new concern emerges. Experts warn about the environmental impact of rocket launches and satellite production.

TN plans space industry park near upcoming Isro facility

Such parks would provide a one-stop location for space-tech-related infrastructure such as testing facilities and services, regulatory sandbox, technology standards and so on

Budget 2023 | PLI scheme, tax incentives, allocation for defence on space industry's wishlist

In the 2023-24 Union Budget, we would like to request a space-based production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for space tech startups to help boost local manufacturing and encourage capability building within the country,

Indian space industry calls on regulators to study US’ deorbiting policy before mass rollout

Recognising the challenge posed by orbital debris, the United States' Federal Communications Commission adopted new rules on September 29, requiring LEO satellite operators to dispose of their satellites within 5 years of completion of their missions