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Impulse Space has announced that they've raised an oversubscribed $45 million Series A round. The NASA Tipping Points program awards Astrobotics $34.6 million and Blue Origin $34.7 million for Lunar missions. The European Space Agency has awarded Spire Global a $17.6 million phased contract for the EURIALO project, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestTan Zu, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Taiwan.You can connect with Tan Zu on LinkedIn and learn more about National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University on their website.Selected ReadingImpulse Space Secures $45m In Series A Funding Round- Impulse SpaceAstrobotic Wins $34.6M for Power Demo Mission on the Moon- Press ReleaseBlue Origin Awarded NASA Partnership to Turn Lunar Regolith into Solar-Power Systems on the Moon- Blue OriginAdvanced aircraft tracking will come live from space- ESASpacetech startup Space DOTS connects with $1.5 million in pre-seed funding round- Tech.EUMaxar Completes Critical Design Review For First Maxar 300™ Platform Developed For The Space Development Agency- MaxarATOMOS ANNOUNCES FIRST ORBITAL MISSION DEMONSTRATING RENDEZVOUS, DOCKING, REFUELING AND ORBITAL TRANSFER- PR NewswireFirst STARCOM ‘orbital warfare’ exercise delayed towards end of year- Breaking DefenseSpace Biology, Human Health Research and Robotics Work to Kick off Week- NASA Elon Musk’s SpaceX may have ‘punched hole’ in edge of space with rocket launch- The IndependentPentagon Leaders Emphasize ‘Responsible’ Options for Countering Space Weapons- Air and Space ForcesRussia’s Space Program Reels After Putin’s Ukraine Invasion- BloombergSpace Force plans to ‘guarantee’ future launch missions with 3 providers faces near term challenge- Breaking DefenseQueen guitarist Brian May to release a book of 3D images of asteroid Bennu- Space.comT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russia's space agency is welcoming BRICS partners to build a module for the country’s planned space station. Astranis has announced that its satellite Arcturus is no longer fulfilling its mission to provide broadband connectivity in Alaska. The US Space Force has held the first-ever Space Engagement Talks with Japan, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestOur guest today is Phnam Bagley, Founding Partner of Nonfiction on space architecture.You can connect with Phnam on Linkedin and learn more about Nonfiction on their website.Selected ReadingRussia offers BRICS partners a module on its planned space station- ReutersAstranis Reports Issues With Solar Array on its First Satellite - Via SatelliteDEL 15 activates two subordinate squadrons: 15th CACS, 15th ISRS- Spacecom.milUS, Japan host first-ever Space Engagement Talks-Spacecom.milJapanese insurers reach for the stars with space policies- NikkeiChina tests main rocket engine for manned lunar missions- CGTNSkyroot static Fire-TwitterBT embraces small satellites to plug internet black spots around the UK- Evening StandardSpaceX launches Starlink satellites from Florida, setting stage for Falcon Heavy mission- Florida TodayElon Musk's SpaceX: How the world's richest person leads the space exploration pioneer- Business InsiderWhat’s next for the moon- MIT Technology ReviewThorium Space CEO Pawel Rymaszewski Outlines Ambitions for Commercial Debut- Via SatelliteBronze Age discovery made at Shetland spaceport site- BBCT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 years ago Robert Aillon, Founder of Leviathan Space, set out to help diversify and progress Ecuador’s business landscape. Space proved to be the perfect opportunity for the developing nation, and Robert shares with us his story on assisting Ecuador in signing the Artemis Accords.You can connect with Robert on LinkedIn and find out more about Leviathan Space on their website.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.Selected ReadingNASA Welcomes Ecuador as 26th Artemis Accords SignatoryAudience SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The European Space Agency announces new contracts supporting the Galileo Second Generation. German based thermal satellite data startup Constellr has raised $18.9 million in a seed round led by Karista. The Ghanaian government has approved a national space policy. Amazon is building a $120 million processing facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center for its thousands of planned Kuiper internet satellites, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestToday we’re trying a new segment called Team Talk with T-Minus host Maria Varmazis, Producer Alice Carruth and Executive Producer Brandon Karpf. You can connect with the team on LinkedIn and please let us know your feedback on this new feature at space.n2k.com.Selected ReadingThales Wins Cyber, Ground Tech Contracts for Galileo Second Generation- Via SatelliteConstellr Raises €17 Million for Thermal Satellite Data Startup- Geospatial WorldGovernment Approves Space Policy- the Ghana ReportAmazon to build $120 million facility in Florida to prep Kuiper internet satellites for launch- CNBCHouse approves FAA reauthorization bill- The HillSTARCOM sees first changing of the guard with new commander- CPRBooster 9 rolls to the upgraded Starbase pad ahead of Static Fire test- NASASpaceFlightReading:Space Integral to the DOD Way of War, Policy Chief Says- Department of DefenseChina is serious about winning the new space race- Washington PostMost Americans expect routine space tourism by 2073, but few would actually try it: report- Space.comT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The UK Space Agency has released a space exploration technology roadmap outlining future activity and funding for the next decade. The United Arab Emirates and Turkey have signed several deals estimated to be worth $50.7 billion US dollars that included coordination on space programs. China launched four weather satellites aboard a Kuaizhou-1A carrier rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestOur guest for today’s show is Robert Aillon, founder of Leviathan Space Industries.You can connect with Robert on LinkedIn and find out more about Leviathan Space on their website.Selected ReadingSpace Exploration: Technology Roadmap- UKSATurkey's Erdogan signs $50 billion in deals during UAE visit- ReutersChina launches more Tianmu-1 weather satellites atop Kuaizhou-1A rocket- CGTNSpaceX launches 15 Starlink satellites to orbit, lands rocket at sea- Space.com PlanetiQ High Quality GNSS-RO Data to Be Used by NOAA to Save Lives and Improve Our Environment With Superior Weather Forecasting and Atmospheric Research- Business WireSPACECOM Prepared to Defend U.S. Assets- National Defense MagazineNASA's TROPICS Offers Multiple Views of Intensifying Hurricanes- NASANASA Selects ASRC Federal for $320 Million Maintenance and Engineering Contract- PR NewswireAramco and OQ Technology Strengthen Ties with New Technology Connectivity MoU- OQ TechnologyIn race with China, Pentagon must prioritize speed in acquisition- Breaking DefenseT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lockheed Martin reports $3.2 billion in sales in Q2 this year, up $341 million or 12% compared to Q2 last year. Rocket Lab’s stock soars after recent launch successes. China’s Deputy Chief Engineer tells state media that the country will launch its first reusable rocket in 2027. Venezuela becomes the first country to formally sign the China-led International Lunar Research Station. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson heads to Latin America to rally support for the Artemis Accords, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestOur guest today is Justus Parmar, Founder of Fortuna Investments.You can connect with Justus on Linkedin and find out more from Fortuna Investments on their website.Selected ReadingIncreased Space Sales Contribute to Strong Quarter for Lockheed Martin- Via SatelliteRocket Lab’s stock has doubled this year — and Deutsche Bank sees it climbing even higher- CNBCChina says it will launch reusable spacecraft as soon as 2027- SCMPChina unveils new scientific devices on track to serve China Space Station- CGTNVenezuela signs up to China’s moon base initiative- SpaceNewsNelson’s NASA push in South America- POLITICONASA Maintains ‘A’ for Investing in Small Businesses- NASANASA’s Psyche Mission Enters Home Stretch Before Launch- JPLNew Agreement with NASA- Above Space PRRussia's Luna-25 moon lander reaches launch site for August 11 liftoff- Space.comAspia Space Launches New Satellite Based AgriTech Solution- Via SatelliteRegulating the space economy is vital for America's continued global leadership- The CGOSDA racing ahead with new, US-based satellite ground stations, could meet hiccup abroad- Breaking Defense T-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Private investment in the space industry is showing signs of stabilizing according to the Q2 report from Space Capital. The UK ranks third globally in space deals, according to a recent report from Seraphim Space. SpaceX is forecasting a doubling of its revenue to a whopping $8 billion this year. Firefly aerospace has reportedly told CNBC that it is close to announcing an oversubscribed capital raise, and more.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestOur guest today is Jonathan Dagle, Policy Committee Chair at the National Space Society.You can connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn and find out more about NSS on their website.Selected ReadingPrivate investment in space firms shows ‘signs of stabilization’ in Q2 after steady decline- CNBCSeraphim: Investment deals take off as UK ranks third globally- City AMSpaceX Forecasts Doubling of Revenue to $8 Billion- The InformationRocket builder Firefly is close to announcing oversubscribed capital raise- CNBC Baby Come Back: Rocket Lab Electron parachutes down after Māhia launch- NZ HeraldU.S. Pushes Military Cooperation in Space- The Wall Street JournalSpace Force should offer European allies protection from anti-satellite attacks: Saltzman- Breaking DefenseA Cyber Force? Senate Proposes Study With Lessons Learned from Space Force- Air and Space ForcesSchriever slated for new $150 million building, initial funding delayed in Space Command fight- GazetteLightRidge Solutions Acquires Trident Systems- Business WireThe Weird Reason Buzz Aldrin Wears Three Watches On His Arms- IFLScienceT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UK Science, Innovation and Technology committee releases report on licensing for launch. US Senator Marco Rubio proposes the "Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act," to allow the military to provide space launch support services to commercial entities. Commercial space industry weighs in on a new commercial space bill under review by the US House Science Committee, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestToday’s guest is Tom Stroup, President of the Satellite Industry Association, on the SIA's mission and broadband initiatives.You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn and find out more about SIA on their website.Selected ReadingUK space strategy and UK satellite infrastructure: reviewing the licencing regime for launch - Science, Innovation and Technology CommitteeIndustry offers wish list for commercial space legislation- SpaceNewsSenator Rubio Introduces Bill to Strengthen Spaceport Operations- West Orlando NewsSpace Force to open launch business to a third provider- C4ISRNETSpaceX rocket launches 54 Starlink satellites and lands at sea on record-tying 16th flight (video)- Space.comAustralian Space Agency says mystery item on Green Head beach could be part of 'foreign space launch vehicle'- ABC AUThe Growing Demand for Sovereign Space Systems- Via Satellite50% mark reached!- ELT updatesT-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pam Underwood, Director of Spaceports at the Federal Aviation Administration, joins us on T-Minus Deep Space for a special edition all about the global spaceport industry and the FAA’s role to enable safe and sustainable space launch operations.You can follow Pam on LinkedIn.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.Selected ReadingOffice of Spaceports- Federal Aviation Administration    Audience SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

India’s moonshot, take 2. JAXA’s not having a great year. The Space Command HQ drama is impacting budgets. A new partnership between Sweden and Latvia. Our conversation today is all about space launch and commercial airspace with Pam Underwood, Director at the Office of Spaceports for the FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation.Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app.Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on Twitter and LinkedIn.T-Minus GuestPam Underwood, Director of the Office of Spaceports at the Federal Aviation Administration, on the FAA’s role to enable a safe and sustainable global spaceport industry.You can follow Pam on LinkedIn and at the FAA Office of Spaceports.Selected ReadingIndia Launches Lunar Mission: The Country’s Second Attempt To Put A Lander And Rover On The Moon- ForbesChandrayaan-3 launch video- Twitter SpaceX Starlink launch scrubs seconds before Friday liftoff; set for weekend- Florida Today Elon Musk's SpaceX nears $150 billion valuation after secondary share sale- CNBCJapan space agency rocket engine explodes during test- ReutersInvesting in Space: Why Blue Origin's engine explosion matters- CNBC ULA's Vulcan Rocket to Debut in Q4 With a Fix for Anomaly Uncovered in March- Via SatelliteHill battle over SPACECOM HQ seeps into Pentagon's annual $4.1B reprogramming request- Breaking Defense  SSC Signs Latvian Ground Segment Deal - Via Satellite  Orbital Composites wins $1.7 million Space Force contract- SpaceNews A New Study Reveals Evidence Of Diverse Organic Material On Mars- AstrobiologySouth Australian Space Park fails to launch- Cosmos MagazineThis Virginia spaceport is firing up its local economy- Marketplace The sound of Aeolus will blow you away- ESALife of Aeolus composer: @jamiepereramuso on Twitter​​https://esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/EarthObservation/Aeolus-musical-sheet-230711.pdf T-Minus Crew SurveyWe want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It’ll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day.Want to hear your company in the show?You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info.Want to join us for an interview?Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal.T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © 2023 N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices