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Archive for February 27th, 2014

GPM launched

February 27th, 2014 by

Rocket: H-IIA; Payload: Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Core Observatory, plus seven small secondary satellites; Date: 27 February 2014, 1837 UTC; Launch site: Tanegashima Space Center, Japan. GPM was successfully deployed into its target orbit and has meanwhile unfolded its solar arrays.

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JAXA looking for prime contractor for new rocket

February 27th, 2014 by

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said it is making final preparations towards the development of a new flagship launch vehicle from Japan Fiscal Year (JFY) 2014.

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RUAG Space to supply positioning mechanisms for Airbus satellites

February 27th, 2014 by

RUAG Space has been awarded a framework contract by French satellite manufacturer Airbus Defence and Space in Toulouse to supply positioning mechanisms for the electric propulsion systems of telecommunications satellites built on the EUROSTAR 3000 platform. The first two mechanisms are due to be delivered shortly, with further deliveries currently scheduled up to 2016.

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EADS (Astrium) results 2013

February 27th, 2014 by

Airbus Group reported financial results for the year 2013, in which the group was still known under its previous name EADS.

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Iridium Communications Inc. results 2013

February 27th, 2014 by

Iridium Communications Inc. reported financial results for the fourth quarter and the year 2013.

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