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Poland Invests in New Defense GEO Satellite Built by Thales, Airbus, and Radmor
Poland has signed a contract with Thales Alenia Space, Airbus Defence and Space, and Radmor to develop a new GEO telecommunications satellite for defense purposes. This satellite aims to enhance secure communications for the Polish armed forces, incorporating advanced resilience and cybersecurity features to address modern security challenges. The agreement was announced on April 20, 2026.
Thales Alenia Space and Airbus Partner with RADMOR for Polish Defense Satellite
Thales Alenia Space, Airbus Defence and Space, and RADMOR signed an industrial agreement to develop a geostationary telecommunications satellite for the Polish Ministry of Defense. This project aligns with the European Commission’s Readiness 2030 plan, enhancing Poland's national space sovereignty and military communications capabilities against electronic warfare threats. The consortium will proceed to detailed design and mission planning.
MDA Space awarded repeat antenna order by Airbus for OneWeb constellation extension
MDA Space has secured a contract from Airbus to design and manufacture over 1,320 antennas for the OneWeb LEO constellation extension. This order includes 880 Ka-band steerable antennas and 440 Ku-band user replacement antennas. Manufacturing will occur at MDA’s Montreal facility, reinforcing its role in the OneWeb supply chain amid ongoing satellite constellation expansions by Eutelsat.
April 17, 2026 Quick space links
NASA has approved the provision of rocket, landing engines, and radioisotope heater units for Europe's Mars Franklin rover, selecting a Falcon Heavy for its 2028 launch. Originally, Russia was to supply the lander, but was removed from the project following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Airbus and Sener now hold contracts for its development.
IFC News Roundup from AIX
SES secured a contract with Japan Airlines to implement a multi-orbit in-flight connectivity (IFC) system on 20 Airbus A350-900 and 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with linefit deliveries starting in 2028. Hughes Network Systems will partner with Air India for a consistent Wi-Fi experience across its fleet, enhancing onboard digital services significantly. Viasat also announced key collaborations for IFC solutions.
Artemis II Gives Airbus Hope For European Spaceflight
Airbus Defence and Space's European Service Module (ESM) is integral to Artemis II's Orion spacecraft, enhancing European contributions to spaceflight. Built in Bremen, Germany, the ESM signifies a collaborative effort with ESA. This partnership may bolster Airbus's position in the competitive aerospace market, particularly as international missions expand.