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In 2020, Dragonfly Aerospace launched with a clear mission: to provide decision-makers with precise, easily accessible data. As Bryan Dean, Group CEO and Co-Founder, puts it: “Our goal is to use this technology to improve lives on Earth.” The company specialises in compact, high-performance imaging payloads (the part of the satellite responsible for collecting data or transmitting information), creating expansive imaging networks that offer constant views of Earth in various spectrums. This data provides critical business insights and helps improve lives globally. Based in Stellenbosch, Dragonfly Aerospace also contributes to space exploration, supporting NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration missions and lunar projects. Despite challenges, such as the lack of government-funded space initiatives, Dean believes South African space companies' resilience sets them apart. “The industry would definitely grow more with government projects and grants, which we have received practically zero of for a long time,” Dean notes. “But our resilience is our strength. Without government safety nets, we must be agile and competitive globally.” This agility, Dean adds, distinguishes South African space companies. “We fight hard for every bit of revenue,” he explains. “It has made us tough and agile. We might be one of the only truly commercial space industries in the world because we have no government support. It sounds negative, but it has made us stronger.” For more on Dragonfly’s journey, check out pages 12-13 in the latest edition of Wesgro’s Pioneers Magazine: https://lnkd.in/dfjwuHZF #SpaceTech #CommercialSpace #Innovation

#newspace friends: It's a Monday. We could use a pick me up. ☕ Tell us your worst (best) space puns. 🤣 We'll start: What do you get when you don't win a space talent contest? A constellation prize. 😎 #DCUBED #DCUBEDspace #spacetech #spaceindustry

Exploring the Space Economy Through the Lens of the Business Environment Canvas #SpaceEconomy #NewSpaceEconomy #NewSpace #Space *

In space, they say no one can hear you scream. But can they see you being sustainable? With barriers and the cost of access to space decreasing, the commercialisation of space is growing. 🚀🛰️ Experts Tim Flohrer of the European Space Agency, and Emmanuelle David of the EPFL Space Center explain how a new Space Sustainability Rating will help designers and operators of spacecraft measure space sustainability and improve their business prospects. 👩🚀 Read on: https://ow.ly/LNAV30sySQe #SpaceSustainabilityRating #SSR #SpaceDebris #BTLorg

In space, they say no one can hear you scream. But can they see you being sustainable? With barriers and the cost of access to space decreasing, the commercialisation of space is growing. 🚀🛰️ Experts Tim Flohrer of the European Space Agency, and Emmanuelle David of the EPFL Space Center explain how a new Space Sustainability Rating will help designers and operators of spacecraft measure space sustainability and improve their business prospects. 👩🚀 Read on: https://ow.ly/BrlS30syQ64 #SpaceSustainabilityRating #SSR #SpaceDebris #BTLorg

DARPA and Its Relevance to the Space Economy #Space #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy *

DARPA and Its Relevance to the Space Economy #Space #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy *

In space, they say no one can hear you scream. But can they see you being sustainable? With barriers and the cost of access to space decreasing, the commercialisation of space is growing. 🚀🛰️ Experts Tim Flohrer of the European Space Agency, and Emmanuelle David of the EPFL Space Center explain how a new Space Sustainability Rating will help designers and operators of spacecraft measure space sustainability and improve their business prospects. 👩🚀 Read on: https://ow.ly/fMN730syQHX #SpaceSustainabilityRating #SSR #SpaceDebris #BTLorg

#Aerospace Vision: Firefly Aerospace Drives the Lunar Economy Forward Firefly Aerospace isn't just launching rockets; it’s pioneering the development of space's next-gen infrastructure. Selected by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop on-orbit spacecraft hubs, Firefly is making headway into robust space logistics and the burgeoning cislunar economy. Why This Is A Big Deal: 🌌 These hubs will revolutionize on-demand space services, offering on-orbit refueling, payload delivery, and more – dramatically speeding up mission response times. 🌌 With DARPA's LunA-10 vision to establish commercial lunar infrastructure by 2035, Firefly is poised to become a cornerstone of space commerce. Market Implications: $ As aerospace marries technology, logistics, and infrastructure, Firefly brings new investment opportunities to the fore. $ The cislunar space's rise as an investment frontier showcases the potential for groundbreaking advancements in space commerce. $ Strategic partnerships like Firefly-DARPA are landing pads for synergistic growth and innovative collaborations. Investment Insights: 🔭 Innovation is the currency of the aerospace sector. Spotlight on companies leading the on-orbit logistics revolution. 🔭 Consider the cislunar market’s long-term potential as a commercial hub for lunar missions – a new space for space investments. 🔭 Partnerships unlock potential; investments that harness the collaborative power in aerospace could reach new heights. Firefly's trajectory is setting the course for an interconnected space economy, fueling a new era of innovation and opportunity in the aerospace industry. Stay updated with #MarketUnwinded – Your guide to the galaxies of business strategy and market evolution. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gT263rB9 #FireflyAerospace #SpaceEconomy #CommercialSpace #DARPA #Innovation #StrategicPartnerships #AerospaceGrowth #InvestmentOpportunities

More good news out of the LBC. Innovative companies come to the City of Long Beach to create and be part of a new aerospace entrepreneurial ecosystem. Great job Mayor Rex Richardson, Deputy Mayor of Economic Development, Lucius Martin and the City's Economic Development team headed by Economic Development Director, Bo Martinez for their great work, attracting new businesses to the LBC. For those nerds that are curious what makes Rocket Lab's so different, (full disclosure, the following is an AI generated summary.) "Rocket Lab's Electron stands out in the small satellite launch market due to its lightweight design and innovative Rutherford engines, which are the first electric-pump-fed engines for an orbital-class rocket. Compared to other small-lift launch vehicles, Electron is the third most launched in history, offering reliable and frequent access to space. Its use of liquid oxygen (LOx) and rocket-grade kerosene (RP-1) as propellants also contributes to its efficiency and performance." #SpaceBeach, #entrepreneurship, #entrepreneurialecosystem, #startups The Aerospace Corporation Space Force Association GE Aerospace Space Command AU Honeywell Aerospace Technologies Air & Space Forces Association NADDSO (National Association of Drone Developers & Space Organizations) Space Business Association Start-Ups Army Space Professionals Association The Corps Chapter Southeast European Space Association (SESA) GKN Aerospace Aerospace Industries Association Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD) Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (AIAM) Aerospace Engineering Association, IIT Madras ACA /Aerospace Cluster Association (HUKD) Aerospace Industries Association of the Philippines Orion Aerospace Association