OHB has completed a full takeover of MT Aerospace, acquiring the remaining 30% stake from Apollo Capital Partners to become the company’s sole shareholder.

OHB Purchases Remaining Stake in MT Aerospace

German space technology company OHB has purchased the remaining 30 percent stake in MT Aerospace from Apollo Capital Partners, completing a full takeover of...
OHB will acquire the TechniSat plant in Schöneck to expand its capacity to produce electronic components for its satellites amid growing demand.

OHB to Acquire TechniSat Plant to Expand Production Capacity

German satellite manufacturer OHB has committed to purchasing the TechniSat plant in Schöneck, which was slated to close by the end of the year....
EnduroSat has raised $104 million to boost production at its new 17,500-square-metre Sofia facility, enabling it to build up to two 200–500 kg satellites per day.

EnduroSat Secures $104M in New Funding to Boost Production Capacity

Bulgarian satellite manufacturer EnduroSat has secured $104 million in new funding to ramp up its small satellite manufacturing capacity. EnduroSat was founded in 2015, and...
The Exploration Company has opened its new 5,000-square-metre headquarters in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, where it will assemble and test its Nyx spacecraft.

The Exploration Company Opens New HQ in Oberpfaffenhofen

In-space logistics startup The Exploration Company has opened its new headquarters in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, with operations at the facility expected to begin in December. Founded...
ArianeGroup to transfer responsibility for Vinci engine assembly and testing from France to Germany, with a new Lampoldshausen facility set to be built.

ArianeGroup to Transfer Responsibility for Vinci Assembly to German Subsidiary

ArianeGroup will transfer responsibility for the assembly of Ariane 6 Vinci upper-stage engines from Vernon, France, to Lampoldshausen, Germany. The agreement, signed on 24...
Trade unions in France and Italy have given mixed reactions to the proposed merger of Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo’s space businesses, citing concerns over potential job cuts.

Unions’ Reactions Mixed to Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo Merger

With the announcement that Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine their space businesses into a single company, trade...
Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo have signed a memorandum of understanding to merge their space businesses into a new company expected to begin operations in 2027.

Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo Agree to Create European Space Behemoth

European aerospace giants Airbus, Leonardo, and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine their respective space businesses into a single new company....
Avio shareholders have approved a €400 million capital increase and granted its board the power to pursue a future raise without further shareholder approval.

Avio Shareholders Approve €400M Capital Increase

Avio shareholders approved a proposal to initiate a €400 million capital increase during an extraordinary shareholders' meeting on Thursday. The company’s board was also...
Eutelsat’s LEO revenues surged 61% in Q1 2025–26 as its GEO and video segments declined, leaving overall revenue down 2.2% year-on-year.

Eutelsat’s LEO Revenues Surge as its GEO Business Slows

French satellite operator Eutelsat announced its first quarter 2025–26 financial results on 21 October, posting strong growth in its OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO)...
HyImpulse has secured €45 million in funding to develop its SL-1 rocket, with an inaugural flight expected in 2027.

HyImpulse Promises to Save European Launch, 600 kg at a Time

German rocket builder HyImpulse announced on 16 October that it had secured €45 million in new funding to continue developing its SL-1 rocket. The...