Astranis Wins $1.9 Billion DoD Contract to Build 24+ Resilient GPS Satellites Amid Rising GPS Attacks

Nov 1, 2024, 07:50 PM

The U.S. Space Force has contracted Astranis to develop a backup network for Global Positioning System (GPS) under a new $1.9 billion program known as Resilient GPS (R-GPS). This initiative aims to construct over 24 small satellites to enhance GPS resilience and protect against potential attacks from adversaries. The program is particularly significant given the rising concerns regarding GPS vulnerabilities, which could have severe economic implications if compromised. Astranis's approach focuses on deploying numerous smaller satellites, which are believed to be more efficient and less susceptible to destruction than larger counterparts. The contract marks a crucial step in bolstering national security and ensuring the reliability of GPS technology.