Satellite-based communications, surveillance, intelligence, navigation and early warning systems are critical for military operations. However, both the continuous operation of satellite networks and the long-term sustainability of space are reliant on all satellites...
As space continues to get more crowded than ever, there has been an increased focus from across the industry to ensure the long-term sustainability of space. It is also becoming increasingly apparent that sharing data is essential to reach this goal. Without shared...
Having a strong and effective chairperson is crucial for the success of a board of directors, and for an organisation as a whole. Not only does the chairperson play a key role in ensuring that an organisation operates in the best interests of its stakeholders, but...
As the number of satellites and other objects in orbit grows year-on-year, space traffic management is becoming increasingly challenging. For satellites to operate safely and avoid collisions, it’s crucial that the right data and systems are available to enable...
2023 has been a year of intense discussion around Space Situational Awareness (SSA). Questions around the impact of Low Earth Orbit constellations and the increasing number of active satellites is creating an urgent need to address the challenges. Another near-miss at...
On 7th November 2023, SDA Director, Charles Law, presented the 2023 T.S. Kelso Award to EU Space Surveillance and Tracking (EU SST) in recognition of the organisation’s outstanding contributions to space flight safety. We sat down with Dr. Pascal Faucher, Chairman of...