BlackSky secures US Navy contract for Gen-3 Optical Intersatellite Links

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BlackSky secures US Navy contract for Gen-3 Optical Intersatellite Links

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BlackSky secures US Navy contract for Gen-3 Optical Intersatellite Links
by Clarence Oxford
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 27, 2024

BlackSky Technology Inc. (NYSE: BKSY) has been awarded a U.S. Navy research contract to explore the use of advanced optical intersatellite link terminals on its Gen-3 imaging satellites. This project will help deliver real-time satellite imagery to military personnel during critical operations around the world. The contract supports the Navy's Project Overmatch and the Department of Defense's Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiatives.

"BlackSky is making space a viable option for the tactical ISR mission. Extending our Gen-3 satellite capabilities with optical intersatellite link terminals will give Navy customers assured access to real-time earth imaging capabilities across the full range of warfighting scenarios both while underway and ashore," said Brian O'Toole, BlackSky CEO.

"End users will receive BlackSky data and insights 10-times faster, with data volumes five-times greater than current systems."

Optical intersatellite links, which are laser-based communication relays, provide faster and more reliable data transmission compared to traditional radio frequencies.

Through this contract, BlackSky will modify its systems to integrate an optical intersatellite link terminal compatible with both the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Transport Layer and commercial transport layers. The company will also develop new operating concepts to enhance the acquisition of commercial transport network nodes, optimize data movement, and ensure continuity in Earth-imaging missions.

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