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European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans

European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans

- European space companies and policymakers are closely monitoring SpaceX’s reported plans for an IPO and potential effects on the global market. - Key concerns include intensified competitive pressure on European launch and satellite firms, potential shifts in investor capital toward SpaceX, and impacts on pricing and market share.

Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base

Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base

- NASA released plans outlining next steps toward a sustained human presence on the Moon, building on Artemis missions and partnerships with industry and international agencies. - The strategy emphasizes reusable landers, orbiting Gateway infrastructure, and surface habitats to enable longer stays. - Key priorities include technology demonstrations, in‑situ

ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Parachute Baked Sterile at ESTEC Ahead of 2028 Mars Mission

ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Parachute Baked Sterile at ESTEC Ahead of 2028 Mars Mission

- A 35-metre, 74-kg parachute for the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover was heat-sterilised at ESA’s ESTEC facility in the Netherlands. - The sterilisation completes a planetary protection milestone ahead of the mission’s planned 2028 launch. - The procedure aims to reduce biological contamination risk during descent and surface

Ever Restless Mount Dukono Erupts

Ever Restless Mount Dukono Erupts

- Indonesia had nine actively erupting volcanoes in May 2026, the most of any country at the time. - Mount Dukono on Halmahera Island has erupted nearly continuously since 1933, producing frequent ash, gas emissions, and volcanic bombs. - On May 8, 2026, falling ash and volcanic bombs killed hikers;

Starcloud orders Starlink lasers for orbital data center network

Starcloud orders Starlink lasers for orbital data center network

- Starcloud has ordered Starlink laser inter-satellite terminals to link its planned orbital data-center network. - The lasers will enable high-bandwidth, low-latency optical links between satellites, enhancing in-space data routing and connectivity to ground users. - The deal leverages SpaceX’s Starlink optical communications capability rather than building separate laser

LIVE: NASA officials reveal plans for US "moon base"

LIVE: NASA officials reveal plans for US "moon base"

- NASA held a live briefing announcing plans for a U.S. “moon base,” streamed via a public YouTube link. - Officials outlined proposed concepts for lunar habitats, infrastructure, timelines and next steps. - The announcement emphasized collaboration, partnerships and further planning to support sustained lunar operations. Source: Read the

ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Parachute Baked Sterile at ESTEC Ahead of 2028 Mars Mission

ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Parachute Baked Sterile at ESTEC Ahead of 2028 Mars Mission

- A 35‑metre diameter, 74‑kg parachute for the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover was heat‑sterilised at ESA’s ESTEC facility in the Netherlands. - The sterilisation completes a planetary protection milestone ahead of the mission’s planned 2028 launch. - The parachute will be used to slow the