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MDA Space Deploys First Eight Globalstar LEO Satellites

August 17, 2026

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Key Takeaways

MDA Space deploys first eight Globalstar LEO satellites.
Satellites launched aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral.
MDA Space is building 17 satellites for Globalstar.
New spacecraft will extend life of Globalstar's existing LEO constellation.

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Strategic Implications

This deployment may indicate MDA Space's growing capability in commercial satellite constellation production. The company's expansion into higher-volume production suggests a shift in its business strategy, which could strengthen its competitive position in the market and may lead to increased demand for its services.

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What Happened

Canadian Company Achieves Prime Contractor Milestone In Commercial Constellation Production

MDA Space has deployed the first eight of 17 replenishment satellites for Globalstar’s low Earth orbit constellation, marking a significant milestone in its expansion into commercial satellite production. The satellites, developed and integrated at MDA Space’s facilities in Montréal, will undergo in-orbit testing before extending the life of Globalstar’s existing LEO constellation. The programme has enabled MDA Space to develop and scale its satellite design and manufacturing processes, with its new high-volume manufacturing facility now in operation. This development was first reported by Defence Industry Europe.

Source | Originally Published: August 16, 2026

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