Port Administration of American Samoa and ATLAS Space Operations Finalize Agreement for New Satellite Ground Station
The Port Administration of American Samoa will host advanced satellite tracking antennas for ATLAS Space Operations, enhancing satellite ground-station services in the South Pacific. This partnership supports NOAA and military clients, improves real-time data coverage, and contributes to local infrastructure funding. Construction began on March 2, 2026.
NorthBase Joins the ATLAS Space Operations’ Freedom Network
Finnish NewSpace company NorthBase and ATLAS Space Operations have partnered to enhance satellite ground station services in Finnish Lapland. The new NorthBase Muonio site joins the ATLAS Freedom network, improving global antenna access and providing significant coverage capabilities, especially with the 3.9 meter S/X band antenna in a secure location.
ATLAS Space Operations to be Acquired, Creating a New Chapter for Traverse City’s Space Innovator
ATLAS Space Operations, a leading GSaaS provider for satellite communications, is to be acquired by York Space Systems, marking a significant milestone for its founders and investors. The acquisition, pending FCC approval, aims to enhance growth, job creation, and innovation within the Traverse City community while maintaining ATLAS’s operations and brand.
York Space Systems Parent Company to Acquire ATLAS Space Operations to Expand Mission Delivery and Space-to-Ground Capabilities
York Space Systems, a defense technology company transforming how the United States builds and operates space-based capabilities, today announced that its parent company has agreed to acquire ATLAS Space Operations, a pioneer in Ground Software as a Service (GSaaS) for satellite communications. The move brings York a powerful, software-led ground architecture that simplifies operations, removes integration barriers, and enhances space-to-ground resilience—accelerating York’s ability to deliver secure, mission-ready space systems at unmatched speed and value.
ATLAS Space Operations Enhances Global Ground Station Network and Support for COSMIC-2 with Addition of Rwanda’s New Antenna
ATLAS Space Operations announced the activation of a new ground station antenna in Mwulire, Rwanda, enhancing data collection for NOAA’s COSMIC-2 mission. This strategic location boosts the network’s efficiency, allowing for rapid atmospheric and space weather data delivery. ATLAS’s commitment to reliability is demonstrated with over 3,000 satellite contacts monthly.
ATLAS Space Operations Demonstrates Transformative Capabilities for Air Force Research Lab through the Defense Innovation Unit’s Hybrid Space Architecture for Department of Defense
ATLAS Space Operations announced the successful demonstration of its Freedom® Software Platform, which integrates government and commercial satellite networks for the US Air Force and Defense Innovation Unit. The platform offers secure, scalable data transmission, cybersecurity compliance, user-friendly management, and readiness for future capabilities, enhancing satellite operations significantly.
ATLAS Space Operations Teams with Viasat to Support NASA Contract
ATLAS Space Operations has partnered with Viasat, Inc. to enhance NASA’s Near Space Network services. This collaboration will utilize Viasat’s Real-Time Earth infrastructure for low Earth orbit missions, providing crucial ground support and increasing capacity. Together, they aim to enhance mission flexibility and efficiency over a potential ten-year contract valued at $4.82 billion.
ATLAS Space Operations Announces Strategic Partnership with RF Data and Analytics Leader, HawkEye 360
ATLAS Space Operations® has secured a strategic partnership with Hawkeye 360, the world’s leading space-based radio frequency (RF) data and analytics provider. The collaboration enhances HawkEye 360’s RF monitoring capabilities by integrating ATLAS’ Mingenew, Australia and Awarua, New Zealand ground stations into its existing ground network coverage.
ATLAS Space Operations Appoints Casey G. Cowell as Interim CEO
ATLAS Space Operations today announced the appointment of Casey G. Cowell as Interim CEO. Cowell, who currently serves as the company’s Executive Chairman, will succeed John E. Williams, the former President and CEO, who is stepping down due to health reasons and will continue to support the company as an Executive Advisor.
Aerospace Defense & Review Names ATLAS Space Operations as the 2024 Space Tech Company of the Year
Aerospace & Defense Review has named ATLAS Space Operations as the 2024 Space Tech Company of the Year. ATLAS is honored to receive this award and to have also been recognized as a Top 10 Solutions Provider for the second year in a row.