Stimulus grants boost Colo. employment Oct 31, 2009
The money is an infusion from NASA to keep Lockheed Martin Space System s work on the Orion space capsule the replacement craft for the space shuttle from being delayed by slowdowns in normally budgeted funding for the project. Most Read Stories. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
PerkinElmer signed for satellite work Sep 11, 2009
SALEM - has received a contract valued at more than $15 million from ITT Corp. s space systems division to support a next-generation satellite program. Under the contract, the company said yesterday, it will support the Global Positioning System Block IIIA Space System program ... Lockheed Martin is the program s space system prime contractor. (Boston Globe)
A sustainable park grows in Allston Jul 27, 2009
It s really part of this larger open space system and sustainability initiative that the city is driving and that Harvard is really committed to, said Gerald Autler, senior project manger and planner at the Boston Redevelopment Authority, which is involved in the park s creation. Added Kathy A. Spiegelman, chief planner at the Harvard University Allston Development Group: This [project] is a crossroads between the neighborhood and the community center that the library represents. (Boston Globe)
Measat looks at launching fifth satellite Jul 18, 2009
Orbital Sciences Corp global communication senior vice-president Chris Marshall (left) and Measat space system development senior vice-president Dr Ali R Ebadi at the launch. Brown-Kenyon said the process of developing and launching a new satellite would take two to three years and if the discussions were positive, Measat would make the announcement in the next six to 12 months. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Letter: Proposed urban renewal district offers city great opportunities (May 7) May 7, 2009
The inclusion of these two different areas in the proposed district provides a wonderful opportunity for meaningful efforts to provide a continuous pedestrian and open space system along the Willamette River. This would enhance all of downtown. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
SA sees brighter future in the stars Apr 12, 2009
The space policy will seek to improve co-ordination throughout the South African space arena to maximise the benefits of current and planned space activities; avoid or minimise duplication of resources and efforts; as well as organise existing initiatives, programmes and institutions into a coherent network for all providers and users of space systems ... The policy also provides guidance on the development of space capabilities and space system applications to contribute to economic growth and... (Business Report, South Africa)
Regulate Rocket Launches To Protect Ozone? Apr 1, 2009
"Twenty years may seem like a long way off, but space system development often takes a decade or longer and involves large capital investments," said Ross. "We want to reduce the risk that unpredictable and more strict ozone regulations would be a hindrance to space access by measuring and modeling exactly how different rocket types affect the ozone layer.". (Science Daily)
Globalstar Announces Coface Backing for Proposed Financing Mar 25, 2009
Globalstar intends to use the financing to solidify its long-term space system by funding the manufacture and delivery of the Globalstar second-generation satellites by Thales Alenia Space as well as the launch of those satellites by launch services provider Arianespace ... This press release contains certain statements such as, ``Globalstar intends to use the proposed financing to solidify its long-term space system by funding the manufacture and delivery of the Globalstar second-generation... (Primezone Releases)
Symmetricom gets $4M space system deal Mar 18, 2009
said Tuesday it was awarded a $4 million contract to build components for a space system GPS.. San Jose-based Symmetricom (NASDAQ:SYMM) said the contract is with Space Systems Division and covers the next three years. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Letters to the editor Feb 14, 2009
As a member of the NRC, I will devote my service to preserve and protect Wellesley s park, recreation and open space system, upholding the NRC mission, while respecting all citizens who rely upon these treasured venues for multiple purposes. This is my first run for elective office, yet the combination of over 30 years business experience, along with extensive volunteering in town, and role as a parent of children in the Wellesley Public Schools uniquely qualifies me to serve the citizens of... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Column: Share, clean up, play fair at Perrin Park Feb 8, 2009
From a dog owner and citizen perspective, squandering a community-owned resource is misaligned with the NRC mission: to provide stewardship, education and advocacy of the town of Wellesley s park, conservation, recreation and open space system so that the full value of the town s natural assets can be passed on to future generations. Advancing from anguish toward optimism, constructive efforts are under way to recover from this tragedy. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
