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Archive for April 14th, 2022

Avanti has completed its planned financial recapitalisation

April 14th, 2022 by

Avanti’s financial debt has been reduced from US$810 million to US$260 million. This significantly strengthens Avanti’s financial position, the company said.

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Kleos’ first two Patrol satellites deployed from D-Orbit Transfer vehicle

April 14th, 2022 by

Kleos Space S.A. confirmed the first two Patrol Mission satellites (KSF2-C and KSF2-D) have been successfully deployed from D-Orbit’s orbital transfer vehicle, ION Satellite Carrier, and contact has been established. The remaining two Patrol satellites (KSF2-A and KSF3-B) are expected to be deployed into a different orbit from the transfer vehicle in the coming weeks to establish the four satellites’ formation.

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Ariane 6 cryo-arms mimic lift-off

April 14th, 2022 by

Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana is preparing for the arrival of Ariane 6, ESA’s new heavy-lift rocket. The latest round of testing aims to validate the system of fuel lines and mechanical supporting arms that will keep Ariane 6 topped up with liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen in the critical moments before lift-off. This work is part of the final preparations of the new Ariane 6 launch complex and all the systems necessary for a launch.

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