May 29, 2024 MDA Space brings unparalleled space robotics and human spaceflight heritage to Starlab Starlab Space LLC (Starlab Space), the global joint venture between Voyager Space, Airbus, and Mitsubishi Corporation, have welcomed MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, as a strategic partner and equity owner in Starlab Space….
May 29, 2024 Addition of on-board processing to world leading Synthetic Aperture Radar services will accelerate rapid information delivery for defence, intelligence and security operations at sea MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today unveiled a new vessel detection onboard processing system (VDOP) that will revolutionize how geointelligence…
May 15, 2024 NordSpace’s Hadfield engines are designed to propel the company’s Canadian made and launched vehicle, Tundra, to carry 500 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO). At 2:25 PM EST on Thursday February 8th, 2024, NordSpace successfully tested its flight ready, regeneratively cooled, rocket engine (Hadfield-10). NordSpace is a leading Canadian space technology company, building…
April 18, 2024 Engineering and operations services contract extension includes new scope for MDA Space to provide robotics flight controllers MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced it has received a $250 million contract extension from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to continue supporting robotics operations on…
April 10, 2024 Full suite of scalable and modular space robotics and services brings the world’s most flight-proven capabilities to any mission or application MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced MDA SKYMAKER™, a new suite of space robotics purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of our…
March 20, 2024 New name signals company’s focus on leading new era of space innovation MDA Ltd. a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced it has rebranded to MDA Space, an identity evolution that honours the past, recognizes the present, and further positions the company to lead in a…
March 20, 2024 Game-changing product positions company at the forefront of transition from analog to digital satellite technology MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has unveiled AURORA as the name of its new software-defined satellite product line at the Satellite 2024 Conference taking place in Washington, D.C. Designed…
March 11, 2024 CNL researchers designing a field deployable manipulator look to redefine work with radioactive materials A “hot cell” is the common term for a shielded nuclear radiation containment chamber that allows nuclear operators to safely perform work on highly radioactive materials using mechanical manipulators. The specialized facilities are not only expensive to build,…
March 6, 2024 Initiative is a two-month virtual accelerator for Canadian space small and medium enterprises (SMEs) Mandala Space Ventures, a Pasadena-based venture studio and leader in supporting entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to successfully launch companies within the emerging new-space economy, has announced the selection of 10 Canadian space startups to take part in the…
March 6, 2024 According to a new report by Deloitte Canada, the country needs a bold public policy strategy to strengthen its position in the space sector—a strategic imperative for a more thriving economy A new report by Deloitte Canada, in collaboration with Space Canada, states that Canada is well-positioned to benefit from the significant…
February 29, 2024 Using Simcenter to speed production of hybrid rocket engines and reduce environmental impact Reaction Dynamics Reaction Dynamics was founded in 2017 to develop a breakthrough hybrid propulsion launch technology. This technology will allow the company to offer highly cost-effective, reliable and eco-friendly launches. Reaction Dynamics will be launching a suborbital rocket in…
February 29, 2024 “Our goal in five years – be in a position to push everyone in the industry to rethink launch in a way that can be more sustainable. We can’t just keep launching without factoring in the carbon footprint.” – Bachar Elzein, CEO Reaction Dynamics. Reaction Dynamics is a leading company that specializes…
September 21, 2023 Methane leaking from a faulty pipe in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, has been observed by GHGSat satellites orbiting 500km overhead. The discovery, by NCEO researchers at the University of Leeds, using data from GHGSat, marks the first time a UK methane emission has been seen from space and mitigated. Scientists came across the leak while working on…
June 26, 2023 Aerospace manufacturers announce over $4 million in investments for Ontario at Paris Air Show. The Ontario government has concluded a successful business mission to France and Switzerland to promote the province’s aerospace, manufacturing and life sciences sectors and explore new opportunities for investment and job creation. Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development,…
April 27, 2023 GHGSat, a global leader in high-resolution greenhouse gas monitoring from space, has successfully deployed three new methane satellites into orbit, taking the company’s constellation to nine satellites in orbit. GHGSat’s Mey-Lin (C6), Gaspard (C7), and Océane (C8) travelled on board SpaceX’s Transporter-7 rideshare mission from the Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. All three…
The multibeam antennas will be built, assembled and tested at MDA’s state-of-the art high volume satellite production facility in Montreal February 9, 2023 MDA secures new contract to supply Ka-Band multibeam antennas for Argentina’s Arsat-Sg1 Satellite. MDA Ltd., a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced…