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Blackstar Orbital, an innovative developer of advanced reusable spacecraft announces signing of a definitive agreement to go public via a business combination with Pono Capital Four, a Nasdaq Listed..
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pono Capital Four, Inc. (NASDAQ: PONO, PONOU and PONOR), a special purpose acquisition company (“Pono”), has announced the execution of a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) with Blackstar Orbital Technologies Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Blackstar Orbital”). Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, it is intended that Blackstar Orbital will merge with Pono Four Merger
Phil Loiacono
18 hours ago8 min read


BlackStar Orbital Celebrates a Successful Independence Weekend
This weekend was more than a celebration of America’s 250th birthday. It was a reminder of what this country has always stood for: bold ideas, relentless innovation, and the courage to build what comes next. For BlackStar Orbital, that mission is personal. As we continue advancing reusable space systems, orbital logistics, and next-generation aerospace technology, we remain committed to creating solutions that serve not only today’s missions, but the generations that will inh
Phil Loiacono
Jul 61 min read


Amazing week at the 41st Space Symposium!
Success at Space Symposium 41!
Phil Loiacono
Apr 201 min read


THE SPACEDRONE ERA
The SpaceDrone Era!
Phil Loiacono
Feb 64 min read


BlackStar’s Mission Ready Gear.
Mission Ready Gear DROP!
Phil Loiacono
Nov 26, 20251 min read


FUNDED: Blackstar Orbital Announces Seed Round Closure
This partnership, finalized in February and now being publicly announced, marks a significant milestone in BlackStar Orbital's mission.
Christopher Jannette
May 16, 20242 min read


BlackStar and KMI Announce Partnership for Active Debris Removal Mission
This partnership is intended to result in a committed satellite retrieval mission by 2027.
Christopher Jannette
May 1, 20242 min read


BlackStar Orbital and Phantom Space Announce Collaboration for BlackStar-C Launches in 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orlando, FL – December 13th, 2023. At the SFA Spacepower conference on Wednesday, it was announced that BlackStar...
Christopher Jannette
Dec 13, 20232 min read


BlackStar Orbital Achieves Key Milestone in Development of High-Performance Propulsion System
Mojave CA, 15 July 2023 – BlackStar Orbital, a pioneering space company committed to transforming access to space with reusable...
Christopher Jannette
Jul 16, 20232 min read


"BlackStar Orbital: Navigating Economic Turbulence Through Innovation and Strategic Alliances"
In an economic environment marked by uncertainties, BlackStar Orbital continues to emerge as a stalwart of innovation and resilience. Despit
Christopher Jannette
May 21, 20232 min read


BlackStar Orbital and OrbitsEdge Sign Mutual Letter of Intent to Facilitate Edge Based Swarm Control
Cape Canaveral, FL (May, 3rd, 2023) BlackStar Orbital and OrbitsEdge have signed a mutual Letter of Intent for a purchase order series of...
Christopher Jannette
May 3, 20233 min read
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