LESATH Space International has appointed former NASA astronaut Col. Michael "Bueno" Good (USAF Ret.) to its Board of Directors, marking a major step forward in its rapid-access launch ambitions. A veteran of two Space Shuttle missions and a leading figure in aerospace engineering, Col. Good brings deep operational insight from both government and commercial space sectors—including recent work with Blue Origin—to support LESATH’s next phase of growth.

T.A. Pawlak, Founder and CEO of LESATH International, joined the GuideForce Tech & Space Leaders Show to discuss the future of spaceflight, emphasizing the need for reusable, sustainable launch solutions. In this live broadcast, he shared LESATH’s mission to expand access to space and deliver rapid, versatile launch capabilities for a wide range of payloads.

LESATH has announced a strategic partnership with Spire Global, signing a Letter of Intent and MOU to collaborate on responsive satellite deployment. The alliance will pair LESATH’s 72-hour rapid-access launch capabilities with Spire’s leading space-based data infrastructure, accelerating the deployment of low Earth orbit constellations and enhancing global data services.

LESATH has signed a letter of intent with space debris removal pioneer Kall Morris Inc (KMI) to explore launch services for upcoming orbital servicing missions. By combining LESATH’s eco-friendly rapid-access launch capabilities with KMI’s innovative Relocation-as-a-Service technology, the partnership advances a shared mission for sustainable, responsible space operations.

NewSpace Nexus celebrates the one-year anniversary of its NewSpace Ignitor program, which has supported 23 companies and helped secure over $24.5 million in funding and contracts. Through its unique tiered structure and partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory, the program accelerates space innovation by offering tailored services and high-impact pitch opportunities—culminating in a showcase at the NewSpace ShowSpace Summit on December 6.