Space debris

Start of the production of the Skylark constellation

26 Oct 2020

Cannes, Tukwila, October 27th, 2020 – Thales Alenia Space, the Joint Venture between Thales (67 %) and Leonardo (33 %), signed the first phase of a contract with NorthStar Earth and Space Inc., the Canadian space-based information services company, to start the development and production of the first three smallsat satellites that are part of the world’s first and most advanced commercial space-based environmental and near-space monitoring system.

Need a satellite repair job in orbit? Call on Space Servicers

04 May 2019

A new generation of space servicers will keep satellites in optimal condition and could remove debris from their paths. Read on for details.

Finding a Safe Parking Spot in the Sky Has Just Become Easier

29 Jan 2019

Space is getting crowded with satellites, bits of rocket stages, parts spun off the International Space Station, all now in constant orbit around the earth. There's the potential for some close encounters with satellites. Until now. Read on.