NorthStar Earth & Space

05/14/2026

We will be at Space Canada's Horizons 2026 on May 20th at the Canadian Space Agency headquarters in Longueuil, QC.​
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Our Executive Director of Products Ei², Nadia Rochdi, and CEO & Founder, Stewart Bain, will join other leaders in the space community for important conversations on innovative homegrown technology, mapping out emerging trends, and building connections with colleagues and stakeholders to strengthen the Canadian space sector.​
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We look forward to the speakers Brigadier-General Christopher Horner, Commander of 3 Canadian Space Division (3CSD) and Joint Force Space Component Commander, Brigadier-General Brendan Cook, Director General Space, Combat and Support, Canadian Armed Forces, Col. Shannon DaSilva, Commander of Space Delta 10 at Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) in the United States Space Force, and Alex MacDonald Former Chief Economist at NASA.

Investing in space means investing in Canada's future. ​

04/17/2026

We are pleased to announce that NorthStar Earth & Space has entered into a definitive business combination agreement with Viking Acquisition Corp. I, alongside a $30M PIPE led by Cartesian Capital Group.

This milestone positions NorthStar for its next phase of growth as we scale our space‑based SSA and SDA capabilities to support orbital safety, security, and sustainability worldwide.

Upon closing, the combined company is expected to trade on the NYSE under the ticker NSTR.

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://northstar-data.com/northstar-earth-space-announces-plans-to-become-publicly-traded-via-merger-with-viking-acquisition-corp-i/

KingsRock Advisors Cohen & Company
Capital Markets
Greenberg Traurig, LLP

12/17/2025

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Beth Michelson as President of our US enterprise, NorthStar Earth & Space Systems.​
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This appointment underlines NorthStar efforts to accelerate the commercialization of Space Domain Awareness (SDA) services in the U.S. as it relates to national and allied space security. Beth will continue in her role as CFO of the global enterprise while she brings strategic financial insight to strengthen NorthStar’s position as an active member of the U.S. space industrial base focused on advancing deterrence, threat detection, and operational superiority.​
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🎥 In the video below, Beth shares her perspective on:​
– NorthStar’s mission in the U.S.​
– The importance of SDA for national and allied security​
– What this next phase of growth means for our customers and partners​
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We are proud to continue building a truly allied, international SDA capability—rooted in collaboration across Canada, the U.S., and Europe.​
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​Read the press release 👉 : https://northstar-data.com/northstar-appoints-beth-michelson-as-president-of-northstar-earth-space-systems-in-us/

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12/11/2025

NorthStar is proud to have been selected from within 3680 applicants to the NATO DIANA 2026 Challenge Programme Cohort, under the Data Assisted Decision Making Stream.
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With DIANA, NorthStar will continue to push the boundaries of Space Domain Awareness by tackling the challenge of automating the fusion of electro‑optical and passive RF signals—turning diverse sensor data into trusted, actionable intelligence. ​
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🔗 Read more: https://northstar-data.com/nato-diana-selects-northstar-to-advance-and-commercialize-space-domain-awareness-services/

We aim to deepen our understanding of defence and dual‑use markets through access to world‑class test facilities. We value engagement with end‑users as an efficient means to embed our innovative services to support NATO Allies.​
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👉 Discover the full list of innovators here: https://www.diana.nato.int/about-diana/2026-cohort-of-companies.html

05/14/2025

🚀 SpaceOps 2025 — We’re All In.​
This year, NorthStar is engaging across every level of the conversation on space sustainability, mark your calendars:​
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🎓 May 27 — Matteo Budoni will present cutting-edge research at SpaceOps on how NorthStar is helping satellites dodge danger and operate smarter in space with advanced collision avoidance technology. (1:30-15:30)
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🎙️ May 29 — Our CEO Stewart Bain will moderate the plenary session on Space Sustainability (8:30-10 AM EST).​

📅 May 29 — We’re hosting a live public broadcast at NorthStar headquarters featuring space experts Kevin O'Connell, Dr. Ruth Stilwell, and Stewart Bain, discussing what’s at stake and what comes next (11-12PM EST).​

Space is a shared resource. Join us as we shape how it’s protected.​

SpaceOps 2025 Hosted by:
Canadian Space Agency | Agence spatiale canadienne
SpaceOps Organization
CASI/IASC Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute
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05/05/2025

Interference with satellite signals is becoming a regular feature of today’s operational landscape. A new report from Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) highlights how GPS jamming and spoofing are no longer rare or experimental but becoming routine, with implications for everything from aviation safety to secure communications.​​​
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Key takeaways from the report - read the full report here: https://csis-website-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/2025-04/250425_Swope_Space_Threat.pdf?VersionId=orhySgjISemJLjhdQKKes2OVb35jwkU5

• GPS spoofing — the act of sending false signals to mislead navigation systems — is being used more frequently in high-stakes environments​​​
• Satellites operated by major space powers are performing increasingly complex maneuvers, signalling growing on-orbit capability​​​
• Commercial companies working in space are more frequently involved in national-level operations, raising questions about risk exposure​​​
• Cyber threats aimed at space infrastructure are growing — though identifying sources remains a challenge​​​
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NorthStar's space-based SSA delivers the persistent, near real-time information to detect, track, and respond to interference threats.

04/16/2025

We appreciate Dr. Nate Dailey FRAeS's clear-eyed perspective on the strategic value of small businesses in securing critical space infrastructure. His contribution to Space Force Association's April Publication, a special edition dedicated to "Innovation: Small Business, Big Ideas", explores how private investment and industry-led innovation are central to both economic growth and National space security. ​
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This article cuts through the noise and gets to the heart of it: leadership in space requires embracing economic statecraft, public-private collaboration and real investment in agile commercial partners. ​

Just released! The latest issue of the Spacepower Magazine, focusing on Innovation: Small Business, Big Ideas, is now available!

Some of the compelling articles include: Dolores Lowe’s article about The National Spaceport Simulation Center (NSSC), home to the SPACE-SIM platform, becoming a catalyst for small businesses in the space industry. In a Spacepower Interview, Martin Amen speaks with Air Marshal Paul Godfrey on the evolution of space as a warfighting domain. Dr. Manjit Pope evaluates 2025 as a turning point for small businesses entering the global space economy, and Dr. Nate Dailey discusses how the U.S. must embrace industry-driven standards, modern policy, and private investment to lead the next era of space innovation.

Read more: https://ussfa.org/news-publications/sfa-magazine/

Don't miss these compelling articles capturing innovation in the dynamic and thriving small business community!

04/09/2025

Even during the busiest of weeks, there’s always time to connect.​​

​​Day 3 Space Foundation in Colorado Springs — in the middle of a week packed with meetings, networking, and some truly exciting conversations about the future of space.​​

​​But amidst the full days of strategy and collaboration, these photos captured something just as meaningful: a moment in the kitchen, off the clock, where our small team (including our CEO!) gathered to cook a beautiful meal together.​​

​​We’re dedicated to the work we do, and how we do it — with heart, humility, and a sense of togetherness.​​ Here’s to great conversations, both at the table and around it. ​​

Peter Klimas, Ignacio Cires de Orbe, Dominick Perrone, Stewart Bain, Yann Picard, Beth Michelson

04/03/2025

NorthStar is participating in the Space Foundation 40th Space Symposium, from April 7-10, 2025, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. ​
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If you're seeking innovative solutions for space domain awareness, connect with us, Stewart Bain, Yann Picard, Beth Michelson, Peter Klimas, Dominick Perrone and Ignacio Cires to discuss how we can work together to ensure a safe & secure future in space. ​
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Our unique solution combines our patented space-based SSA services with our world class sensor agnostic data fusion. ​
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We are looking forward to engaging with our clients, partners, and the important stakeholders shaping the future of Space.​
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03/11/2025

Our team is pleased to participate at Satellite 2025. ​
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Space Situational Awareness remains a key priority for commercial and government clients. NorthStar is looking forward to meeting with you and learning more about the latest satellite options available to host SSA payloads. ​

Connect with us via [email protected]