Viasat’s proposed acquisition of Inmarsat gets the green light. Swiss start-up ClearSpace has contracted with Arianespace to launch its first debris de-orbit mission. NASA has released a draft request for proposals for a vehicle to deorbit the International Space Station, and more.
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Selected Reading
Viasat’s Proposed Acquisition of Inmarsat Receives Unconditional Clearance From UK’s Competition and Markets Authority 
Strategizing planetary defense- The Space Review
ClearSpace books Vega C for 2026 de-orbit mission - SpaceNews 
NASA proposes “hybrid” contract approach for space station deorbit vehicle - SpaceNews 
Momentus tug raises orbit with water-fueled thruster- SpaceNews
Space Force reviewing bids from satellite manufacturers for Space Test Program- SpaceNews
Commercial Space Office’s Kniseley keeps focus on industry engagement- Defense News 
Bentivegna named Space Force’s next top enlisted leader- Air Force Times
JAXA’s Head Visits Australia to Promote Greater Space Cooperation- Space and Defense
TRL Space awarded ESA funding – SatNews  
How space will help football fans to celebrate sport- ESA
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