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MDA Space to Partner with Mitsubishi Electric's Satellite Programme
The deal covers digital payload, antennas and subsystems for a geostationary replacement satellite, with work split across the UK and Montréal.
- On Thursday, June 25, 2026, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation selected MDA Space Ltd. to design and manufacture digital payloads, antennas, and subsystems for a next-generation defence communications satellite ordered by the Japan Ministry of Defense.
- The new satellite will replace the DSN-2, also known as Kirameki-2, in geostationary orbit. MDA Space facilities will produce advanced antenna solutions and digital beamforming technology for the program.
- MDA Space CEO Mike Greenley said the firm is positioned to respond to "robust demand for sovereign missions with secure and flexible capabilities." The global team brings advanced dual-use technologies to the partnership.
- UK Space Minister Liz Lloyd stated the deal demonstrates Canada and Japan working together, saying "We are strengthening Canada's capacity to innovate." The announcement reflects efforts to strengthen trade relationships among the three nations.
- The contract was added to MDA Space's backlog in the second quarter of fiscal 2026. The company brings over 55 years of experience and more than 450 missions to the partnership, positioning it as a leader in defence satellite communications.
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MDA SPACE SELECTED BY MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC FOR NEXT-GENERATION DEFENCE COMMUNICATIONS SATELLITE PROGRAM
/PRNewswire/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA) (NYSE: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has been selected by Mitsubishi...
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MDA Space selected for next-generation defence communications satellite program
TORONTO, Canada — MDA Space Ltd. (TSX:MDA) (NYSE:MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has been selected by Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) to design and manufacture the digital payload, antennas and various subsystems for the next-generation defence communications satellite program ordered by the Japan ministry of defense. This satellite program will replace DSN-2, also known as Kirameki-2…
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