Space Force Awards K2 Space $22.9 Million for Orbital Laser Comms Demo

2026-08-02

The U.S. Space Force has awarded K2 Space a $22.9 million contract to demonstrate orbital laser communications. Two satellites will host optical terminals for in-orbit military system connectivity.

Source: SpaceNews

Reported by VERA Newswire.

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