Satellogic has launched Aleph Observer, a persistent global intelligence capability designed to replace ad hoc Earth observation tasking with predictable, large-scale monitoring. By enabling daily coverage of hundreds of critical sites, the company is redefining how defense, government, and enterprises procure sustained situational awareness.

MDA Space has launched 49North, a dedicated Canadian defense subsidiary focused on secure, multi-domain C4ISR capabilities. Led by Joe Armstrong, the Ottawa-based company will deliver mission-critical solutions across land, air, sea, and joint operations, strengthening Canada’s sovereign defense posture and industrial base.

Synspective has secured a ¥105.6B subcontract under Japan’s ¥238.1B Ministry of Defense Satellite Constellation Project. As part of a public-private initiative led by Tri-Sat Constellation, the company will deliver small-SAR imagery to strengthen Japan’s sovereign ISR capabilities through 2031.

SatVu has raised £30M with backing from the NATO Innovation Fund to scale its sovereign thermal intelligence constellation. Moving from single-satellite demonstration to multi-satellite deployment, the UK company aims to deliver persistent, high-resolution thermal ISR capabilities for NATO governments and allied nations.

Sateliot and PLD Space have signed a landmark contract for the first fully Spanish private space mission. Two next-generation Tritó 5G Direct-to-Device satellites will launch aboard MIURA 5 in 2027, strengthening Europe’s sovereign launch capabilities and advancing space-based connectivity for defense, security, and civil applications.

Pakistan has successfully launched its second indigenous Earth Observation satellite, EO-2, from China’s Yangjiang Seashore Launch Centre. Developed by SUPARCO, the high-resolution imaging satellite will enhance national capabilities in resource management, disaster response, environmental monitoring, and strategic planning, marking a key milestone in Pakistan’s expanding space program.