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Lithuanian Satellite Manufacturer Expands Capabilities With Kongsberg Support
Kongsberg NanoAvionics, a Lithuanian satellite manufacturer, is expanding its capabilities to build and support sovereign constellations, with a recent $142 million contract win for SpinLaunch’s Meridian Space broadband constellation. The company plans to scale production with a new facility in Vilnius and focus on subsystems, including solar arrays. A partnership with KSAT enhances its mission operations and data delivery capabilities. According to SpaceNews, Kongsberg NanoAvionics is well-positioned to meet growing demand for sovereign satellite solutions.