On September 16, 2024, Airbus announced a substantial contract with MDA Space Ltd. to furnish over 200 Sparkwing solar arrays for the MDA AURORA™ software-defined satellite product line. This deal marks a significant development in the rapidly expanding global space industry, projected to reach $558 billion by 2026, according to Market Forecast.  The Sparkwing arrays, each boasting two wings with five panels and a photovoltaic area exceeding 30 square metres, will be manufactured at Airbus’ Leiden facility in the Netherlands. These arrays will power MDA AURORA™ satellites, designed to extend communication networks globally. Rob Postma, Managing Director of Airbus in … Continue reading Airbus Clinches Major Solar Array Deal with MDA Space, Boosting Satellite Constellation Market