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SpaceX wins $2.29B to speed Space Force’s LEO communications ‘backbone’

2 sources · first reported 28d ago

SpaceX has won a $2.29B contract to develop the Space Data Network Backbone constellation, a key component of the Space Force's LEO communications network.

Why it matters

This contract will accelerate the development of the Space Data Network Backbone, a critical component of the Space Force's communications infrastructure.

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  1. Breaking Defense · Primary
    SpaceX wins $2.29B to speed Space Force’s LEO communications ‘backbone’
  2. DefenseScoop ·
    Space Force awards $2.29B deal to SpaceX to accelerate ‘backbone’ SATCOM network