Latest articles by Peter B. de Selding
Huge Satellite Poses 150-Year Threat of Space Debris
The huge European satellite Envisat is possible the most dangerous piece of space debris circling the Earth for the next 150 years, experts say.
U.S. Open to Ideas for Limiting Space Weapons
The United States will now consider proposals to prevent an arms race in space, according to the new U.S. space policy.
Satellite Firm Raises $68 Million in Cash to Switch Rockets
Satellite firm Avanti Communications raised $68 million in cash to switch from SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket for boosters from Europe or Russia.
SES Americom Shuts Down Satellite TV Service
SES Americom is shutting down its IP-Prime satellite TV service.
Global Satellite Telephony Competitors Sharpen Knives for Tough '09
The battle between satellite companies is likely to get rougher.
Ailing Economy Not Expected to Derail Iridium Deal
GHQ shareholders seem no less favorable to the Iridium purchase.
India Celebrates Launch of First Moon Probe
India celebrated the successful launch of its first moon probe Wednesday.
OHB Uses Galileo Bid to Send a Message to Competitors
OHB will bid against a much larger consortium to build Galileo satellites.
European Space Freighter Makes Docking Debut
Europe's first space cargo ship has made its station debut.
ESA Commits $1.5 Billion To Fund Early ExoMars Work
European Space Agency agrees to finance Mars mission development.
Proton Rocket Failure Caused by Defective Cable
Russia's Proton rocket is expected to return to flight Oct. 25.
