> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # πŸš€ Space and Defense #18 - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/space-and-defense-18/ - Published: 2024-11-25T12:30:29.000Z - Updated: 2024-11-25T12:30:28.000Z - Description: HolonIQ's Space and Defense Newsletter covers the latest developments in national defense, drones, armored vehicles, and space innovation and looks at the top space skills and deals. - Author: QS - Tags: Advanced Manufacturing **Happy Monday πŸ‘‹** China is accelerating its development of its [nuclear-powered](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/exclusive-china-accelerates-nuclear-powered-aircraft-carrier-development-satellite-images-confirm-progress?ref=newsletters.qs.com) aircraft carrier. South Korea is building a major [naval combat](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/largest-naval-combat-system-test-site-in-south-korea-begins-construction?ref=newsletters.qs.com) system test site. Anduril secured a contract for the USMC's [air defense](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/21/anduril-madis-air-defense/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) system. The AUKUS nations are collaborating on [hypersonic](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/20/aukus-test-hypersonic-technologies/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) technology. Singapore commissioned new [submarines](https://ipdefenseforum.com/2024/11/singapores-new-invincible-class-submarines-enhance-security-of-key-slocs/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). L3Harris will develop an [autonomous](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/21/l3harris-c2-autonomous-vehicle-swarm/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) vehicle swarm control system for the Pentagon. SpaceX called off an attempt to catch the [Super Heavy Booster](https://gizmodo.com/spacex-calls-off-booster-catch-attempt-mid-flight-citing-safety-concerns-2000526613?ref=newsletters.qs.com). SpaceX launched the [first space mission](https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-launching-1st-mission-for-indian-space-research-organisation-today?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for India. China tested a critical component for its [lunar rocket](https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/China%5Ftests%5Fcritical%5Ffairing%5Ffor%5FLong%5FMarch%5F10%5Flunar%5Frocket%5F999.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com). The Exploration Company raised funds for [reusable](https://www.electronicsweekly.com/news/business/finance/the-exploration-company-raises-160m-series-b-for-space-cargo-2024-11/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) spacecraft. TEKEVER raised $73M for [AI-driven](https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/tekever-raises-e70m/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) UAS innovation. **What's new?** *HolonIQ’s new* [*Green Skills Map*](https://www.greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) *and Workforce section reveal industry-wide sustainability skills and jobs, as well as workforce development initiatives, supporting upskilling for a sustainable economy.* *HolonIQ's new* [*skills newsletter*](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/skills/) *is here! Get updates on emerging skills, workforce shifts, and industry insights across impact sectors.* [*Subscribe*](https://newsletters.qs.com/#) *now to stay ahead.* ## **πŸ›‘οΈ** National Defense **☒️ China Advances Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier Program.** China is accelerating the development of its [nuclear-powered](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/exclusive-china-accelerates-nuclear-powered-aircraft-carrier-development-satellite-images-confirm-progress?ref=newsletters.qs.com) aircraft carrier, as evidenced by satellite images confirming progress on the project. **βš“οΈ South Korea Begins Construction of Largest Naval Combat System Test Site.** South Korea started the construction of the [largest naval](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/largest-naval-combat-system-test-site-in-south-korea-begins-construction?ref=newsletters.qs.com) combat system test site in the country. **πŸ›©οΈ Kongsberg to Supply Air Defense Systems to the Netherlands.** Kongsberg, a Norwegian company, signed a deal to supply [NASAMS and NOMADS](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2024/kongsberg-signs-deal-to-supply-nasams-and-nomads-air-defense-systems-to-netherlands?ref=newsletters.qs.com) air defense systems to the Netherlands. ## **🚁** Drones **πŸ›‘οΈ Anduril Wins a $200M Contract for USMC's Air Defense System.** Anduril, a defense technology company, secured a $200m contract to provide its Anvil [counter-drone](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/21/anduril-madis-air-defense/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) system to enhance the US Marine Corps MADIS air defense system. **πŸš€ AUKUS Nations to Test Hypersonic Technologies.** The United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of offensive and defensive [hypersonic](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/20/aukus-test-hypersonic-technologies/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) technologies. **βš”οΈ India Tests Long-Range Hypersonic Missile.** India's Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully [test-fired](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2024/india-successfully-tests-first-long-range-hypersonic-missile-lrashm?ref=newsletters.qs.com) a long-range hypersonic missile from an island off the coast of Odisha, as announced by Defense Minister Rajnakh Singh. ## πŸͺ– Armored Vehicles **πŸ›‘οΈ Singapore Commissions New Invincible-Class Submarines.** Singapore commissioned two new Invincible-class [submarines](https://ipdefenseforum.com/2024/11/singapores-new-invincible-class-submarines-enhance-security-of-key-slocs/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to enhance the security of key sea lines of communication. **πŸ€– Pentagon Selects L3Harris to Develop Autonomous Vehicle Swarm Control System.** The Pentagon chose L3Harris to develop a command-and-[control system](https://thedefensepost.com/2024/11/21/l3harris-c2-autonomous-vehicle-swarm/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) capable of operating multiple autonomous vehicles simultaneously. **🚁 Philippines Boosts Air Force with New Black Hawk Helicopters.** The Philippines received new S-70i [Black Hawk](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2024/philippines-enhances-aerial-capabilities-with-new-s-70i-black-hawk-helicopter-deliveries?ref=newsletters.qs.com) helicopters, enhancing its aerial capabilities. ## **πŸͺ** Space Innovation **πŸ›°οΈ SpaceX Aborts Booster Catch During Starship Test Flight.** SpaceX called off an attempt to catch the Super Heavy Booster of its Starship rocket during a test flight on Tuesday due to safety concerns, resulting in the booster splashing down in the ocean instead of being caught by the company's ['chopsticks](https://gizmodo.com/spacex-calls-off-booster-catch-attempt-mid-flight-citing-safety-concerns-2000526613?ref=newsletters.qs.com)' catching mechanism. **🌌 SpaceX Launches First Mission for Indian Space Agency.** SpaceX is set to launch the GSAT-N2 satellite today (Nov. 18), the company's [first-ever mission](https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-launching-1st-mission-for-indian-space-research-organisation-today?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). **πŸš€ China Tests Critical Fairing for Long March 10 Lunar Rocket.** China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) successfully tested a key component of its Long March 10 rocket, which is an essential part of[ China's lunar](https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/China%5Ftests%5Fcritical%5Ffairing%5Ffor%5FLong%5FMarch%5F10%5Flunar%5Frocket%5F999.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) exploration program. ## πŸ› οΈ Skills and Workforce *With reskilling and upskilling playing a key role in closing workforce gaps, HolonIQ is now tracking these impactful initiatives shaping the space industry. Read on for this week’s insights, and discover more in HolonIQ's latest* [*Skills newsletter*](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/skills/)*.* **πŸ“‘** [**The North East Space Communications Accelerator consortium is set to advance space research with $3.15M backing for NESCA, a consortium of universities, local authorities, and industry leaders**](https://netimesmagazine.co.uk/business/space-research-set-for-lift-off-after-2-5-million-support/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Plans include a $63.14M Space Skills and Technology Centre, innovation funds to support spin-outs, skills development programs, and expanded marketing to position the region as a leader in space innovation. NESCA, launching next year, aims to bridge research and industry, aligning university innovation with market needs to drive economic growth and bolster regional expertise. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-25-102758-1.png)](https://www.greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) HolonIQ has launched the [Green Skills Map](http://greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), an open-source framework initiated to catalog, evaluate, and contextualize the components of the rapidly expanding field of green jobs. This comprehensive taxonomy will serve as a resource for understanding the full spectrum and complexity of green skills required across various sectors, thereby enabling a cohesive approach toward achieving net zero and decarbonizing the global economy. Green Skills Map spans 11 areas, 54 sub-areas, and 243 green skills clusters. A snippet of the map covering four areas has been included above. Explore the full map on [greenskills.org](http://greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). ## πŸ’°Space Deals **πŸš€ The Exploration Company Raises $160M for Reusable Spacecraft.** The Exploration Company, a space technology firm, secured [$160M](https://www.electronicsweekly.com/news/business/finance/the-exploration-company-raises-160m-series-b-for-space-cargo-2024-11/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in new funding to further develop its reusable Nyx spacecraft. **πŸ€– TEKEVER Secures $73M Funding for AI-Driven UAS Innovation and Expansion.** TEKEVER, a technology company, raised **$73M** in funding led by Baillie Gifford and the NATO Innovation Fund to accelerate its AI-driven [unmanned](https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/tekever-raises-e70m/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) aerial systems (UAS) innovation and global expansion. πŸ“¦ **Inversion Space** Secures $44M for Space Cargo Delivery. Inversion Space, a company focused on developing reentry vehicles, raised $44M to advance its technology for delivering [cargo from space](https://payloadspace.com/inversion-raises-44m-series-a-to-build-its-arc/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). --- **Like getting this newsletter?* For unlimited access to over one million charts,*[ *request a demo*](https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/1uMbIPRqUeVuZ31jVtKWMWIuqU2ga1nKo8aotNdGihU16zgOzuTfRMb9XfIIGmcOT?ref=newsletters.qs.com)*.* --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or suggestions? Let us know at hello@holoniq.com [ ](https://newsletters.qs.com/psychedelic-mental-health-treatments-south-asia-health-tech-100-2/)