A new Space Force initiative to develop a refueling vehicle for U.S. military satellites is "definitely a step in the right direction," as the orbital landscape continues to inch closer to becoming a "contested environment," experts say.
The service, a military branch that falls under the Air Force's purview, recently announced that it awarded a $25.5 million contract to Astroscale U.S. Inc., a Denver-based tech company, to build and deliver an in-orbit satellite refueler by 2026. The firm is a subsidiary of a Tokyo-based private orbital debris removal company, Astroscale Holdings Inc.
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Marisa Herman ✉
Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.