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Canada Awards MDA Space SAR Satellite Deal

June 24, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

MDA Space awarded C$688 million contract for SAR satellite.
Satellite to replenish Radarsat Constellation Mission.
Contract value is approximately $483 million.
Launch date not specified.

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Strategic Implications

This contract award may indicate Canada's growing interest in space-based surveillance capabilities. The deal suggests a continued partnership between MDA Space and the Canadian Space Agency, which could strengthen the country's position in the global space industry.

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What Happened

MDA Secures Contract For Synthetic Aperture Radar Satellite

MDA Space has secured a C$688 million contract from the Canadian Space Agency for a synthetic aperture radar satellite, aiming to replenish the Radarsat Constellation Mission launched in 2019. The satellite deal, valued at approximately $483 million, underscores the importance of space-based surveillance for Canada’s national interests. According to Aviation Week, this contract award highlights MDA Space’s ongoing role in supporting the country’s space program.

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MDA Space Canadian Space Agency

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Canada Awards MDA Space SAR Satellite Deal

June 24, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

MDA Space awarded C$688 million contract for SAR satellite.
Satellite to replenish Radarsat Constellation Mission.
Contract value is approximately $483 million.
Launch date not specified.

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Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Key Takeaways.

Strategic Implications

This contract award may indicate Canada's growing interest in space-based surveillance capabilities. The deal suggests a continued partnership between MDA Space and the Canadian Space Agency, which could strengthen the country's position in the global space industry.

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Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

MDA Secures Contract For Synthetic Aperture Radar Satellite

MDA Space has secured a C$688 million contract from the Canadian Space Agency for a synthetic aperture radar satellite, aiming to replenish the Radarsat Constellation Mission launched in 2019. The satellite deal, valued at approximately $483 million, underscores the importance of space-based surveillance for Canada’s national interests. According to Aviation Week, this contract award highlights MDA Space’s ongoing role in supporting the country’s space program.

Companies Mentioned

MDA Space Canadian Space Agency