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...Chandler. Ariz., July 7, 2026
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) today announced that Jeff Robertson, President of Allerium, has been appointed to the Board of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority), the independent federal authority responsible for overseeing the development and evolution of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network dedicated to America's first responders. The appointment was made by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 22, 2026
Neo Space Group (NSG), today announced the appointment of Dr. Abdullah Aljohani to the role of Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CT&OO), further strengthening the Group's technology and operational leadership as it continues to expand its space and satellite-enabled capabilities.
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%).
Delray Beach, FLa., July 2, 2026
Markets and Markets released a new report "Solid-state LiDAR Market By Type (MEMS-Based Scanning, Optical Phased Arrays, Flash LiDAR), End-Use Application (Corridor Mapping, Engineering, Environment, ADAS & Driverless Cars, Exploration, Urban Planning), and Region - Global Forecast to 2030." The LiDAR market is projected to be valued at US$ 3.2 billion by 2030 from US$ 0.50 billion in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 45.0% during the forecast period.
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.
