Spanish launch company PLD Space has raised €180 million in Series C funding, led by Mitsubishi Electric, to scale production and accelerate global launch operations. The investment will support the development of the MIURA 5 orbital launcher, expand infrastructure, and open new commercial launch opportunities across Japan and the Asian market.

Deutsche Telekom has partnered with Starlink to launch direct-to-device satellite connectivity across Europe by 2028. The agreement will extend mobile coverage to remote and infrastructure-constrained areas, strengthening resilience and creating a hybrid terrestrial-orbital “Everywhere Network” architecture.

Bright Ascension has launched HELIX® Edge, a mission-ready payload software package designed to cut development time, reduce engineering cost, and lower mission risk. Fully integrated into the HELIX ecosystem, Edge provides a validated software foundation that shifts focus from infrastructure to innovation. Officially unveiled at Space-Comm Expo Europe 2026.