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Welcome Home! NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Back on Earth After Science Mission

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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 completed the agency’s ninth commercial crew rotation mission to the International Space Station on Tuesday, splashing down safely in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft off the coast of Tallahassee, Florida, in the Gulf of America.

NASA astronauts Nick Hague, Suni Williams, and Butch Wilmore, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, returned to Earth at 5:57 p.m. EDT. Teams aboard SpaceX recovery vessels retrieved the spacecraft and its crew. After returning to shore, the crew will fly to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston and reunite with their families.

“We are thrilled to have Suni, Butch, Nick, and Aleksandr home after their months-long mission conducting vital science, technology demonstrations, and maintenance aboard the International Space Station,” said NASA acting Administrator Janet Petro. “Per President Trump’s direction, NASA and SpaceX worked diligently to pull the schedule a month earlier. This international crew and our teams on the ground embraced the Trump Administration’s challenge of an updated, and somewhat unique, mission plan, to bring our crew home. Through preparation, ingenuity, and dedication, we achieve great things together for the benefit of humanity, pushing the boundaries of what is possible from low Earth orbit to the Moon and Mars.”

Hague and Gorbunov lifted off at 1:17 p.m. Sept. 28, 2024, on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The next day, they docked to the forward-facing port of the station’s Harmony module. Williams and Wilmore launched aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft and United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket on June 5, 2024, from Space Launch Complex 41 as part of the agency’s Boeing Crew Flight Test. The duo arrived at the space station on June 6. In August, NASA announced the uncrewed return of Starliner to Earth and integrated Wilmore and Williams as part of the space station’s Expedition 71/72 for a return on Crew-9. The crew of four undocked at 1:05 a.m. Tuesday to begin the trip home.

Williams and Wilmore traveled 121,347,491 miles during their mission, spent 286 days in space, and completed 4,576 orbits around Earth. Hague and Gorbunov traveled 72,553,920 miles during their mission, spent 171 days in space, and completed 2,736 orbits around Earth. The Crew-9 mission was the first spaceflight for Gorbunov. Hague has logged 374 days in space over his two missions, Williams has logged 608 days in space over her three flights, and Wilmore has logged 464 days in space over his three flights.

Throughout its mission, Crew-9 contributed to a host of science and maintenance activities and technology demonstrations. Williams conducted two spacewalks, joined by Wilmore for one and Hague for another, removing a radio frequency group antenna assembly from the station’s truss, collecting samples from the station’s external surface for analysis, installing patches to cover damaged areas of light filters on an X-ray telescope, and more. Williams now holds the record for total spacewalking time by a female astronaut, with 62 hours and 6 minutes outside of station, and is fourth on the all-time spacewalk duration list.

The American crew members conducted more than 150 unique scientific experiments and technology demonstrations between them, with over 900 hours of research. This research included investigations on plant growth and quality, as well as the potential of stem cell technology to address blood diseases, autoimmune disorders, and cancers. They also tested lighting systems to help astronauts maintain circadian rhythms, loaded the first wooden satellite for deployment, and took samples from the space station’s exterior to study whether microorganisms can survive in space.

The Crew-9 mission was the fourth flight of the Dragon spacecraft named Freedom. It also previously supported NASA’s SpaceX Crew-4, Axiom Mission 2, and Axiom Mission 3. The spacecraft will return to Florida for inspection and processing at SpaceX’s refurbishing facility at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, where teams will inspect the Dragon, analyze data on its performance, and begin processing for its next flight.

The Crew-9 flight is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, and its return to Earth follows on the heels of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 launch, which docked to the station on March 16, beginning another long-duration science expedition.

The goal of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program is safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation to and from the space station and low Earth orbit. The program provides additional research time and has increased opportunities for discovery aboard humanity’s microgravity testbed for exploration, including helping NASA prepare for human exploration of the Moon and Mars.

Learn more about NASA’s Commercial Crew Program at:

https://www.nasa.gov/commercialcrew

 

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Hyundai Motor Group Showcases Integrated Hydrogen Solutions at World Hydrogen Expo 2026

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Hyundai Motor Group presents hydrogen technologies spanning production, mobility, and urban and industrial applications at World Hydrogen Expo 2026Showcases modular PEM electrolysis systems scalable to the megawatt level and W2H technologies, highlighting capabilities for large-scale hydrogen productionDisplays passenger, commercial and rail mobility solutions, alongside advanced fuel cell systems, fleet management and automated refuelingPresents hydrogen ecosystem scenarios for Saemangeum AI Valley and key industrial hubs, while advancing investment and global collaboration

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 4, 2026 /CNW/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) opened its exhibition at World Hydrogen Expo 2026 (WHE 2026), showcasing hydrogen technologies and solutions across production, mobility and applications for cities and industries.

Held November 4–6 at KINTEX in Goyang, Korea, WHE 2026 brings together about 190 companies and organizations from 12 countries through an exhibition, global conference and business partnership programs. Under the theme ‘Hydrogen Moves to Market: Making Bankable Projects Work,’ the event provides a platform for companies, governments and academia to share hydrogen technologies and business opportunities and explore areas of collaboration.

Through its dedicated hydrogen brand and business platform, HTWO, the Group has organized its exhibition around three key themes: hydrogen production infrastructure, hydrogen mobility and integrated hydrogen ecosystems for cities and industries. Together, the exhibits demonstrate how hydrogen can connect production and mobility with a broader range of end-use applications.

On the opening day of WHE 2026, Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair Jaehoon Chang visited the Group’s exhibition booth and those of other participating companies to review the latest hydrogen technologies and business developments on display.

What Hydrogen Production Technologies Is the Group Showcasing?

The Group is presenting two approaches to hydrogen production: modular polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolysis and locally integrated waste-to-hydrogen (W2H) solutions.

What Does the Group’s Hydrogen Mobility Display Include?

The mobility display spans passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles (CV) and rail, and highlights solutions for CV operation, fleet management and refueling. 

Where Can Integrated Hydrogen Ecosystems Be Applied?

The Group is presenting scenarios that connect hydrogen production and use based on local energy resources, infrastructure and demand. The scenarios span cities, ports, logistics operations, manufacturing sites and future cities.

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai, Kia Global Newsroom, Genesis Newsroom

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GomSpace Strengthens Global Commercial Organization with Appointment of New Vice Presidents of Sales for APAC and EMEA

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Appointments reinforce GomSpace’s global growth strategy and strengthen regional customer engagement across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

STOCKHOLM, Nov. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GomSpace, announces the appointment of Anand Iqbal Gulati as Vice President Sales, APAC and Benjamin Hamel as Vice President Sales, EMEA. The appointments mark a significant step in GomSpace’s continued commitment to strengthening its global commercial presence and supporting customers across key international markets.

As part of its evolving commercial strategy, GomSpace has established dedicated sales leadership for three regions: North America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), and APAC (Asia-Pacific). The new regional structure is designed to bring the company closer to customers, enhance market responsiveness, and support the growing demand for advanced space solutions worldwide.

Anand Iqbal Gulati joins GomSpace as Vice President Sales, APAC, bringing extensive experience in sales, business development, and strategic market expansion across Asia. Based in Singapore, Anand has built a strong track record working with government, defense, national security, and commercial organizations throughout the region. Prior to joining GomSpace, he served as Head of Sales, Cyber Solutions APAC at Rheinmetall, where he consistently exceeded sales targets and developed a robust regional business pipeline. He has also held senior sales leadership roles with Xolaris and SES Satellites, giving him deep insight into the space and satellite sectors.

“Asia-Pacific represents one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing space markets in the world,” says Carsten Drachmann, CEO of GomSpace. “Anand’s extensive regional experience, strong customer relationships, and proven ability to grow businesses make him exceptionally well positioned to lead our expansion across APAC. We are delighted to welcome him to the GomSpace team.”

Benjamin Hamel has been appointed Vice President Sales, EMEA. With more than 20 years of experience spanning aerospace, space technology, aviation, and international business development, Benjamin brings extensive commercial leadership expertise to GomSpace. Throughout his career, he has successfully led growth initiatives, strategic partnerships, and customer engagement programs across global markets. His background includes leadership roles within the aerospace and technology sectors, where he developed a reputation for building high-performing commercial organizations and driving sustainable business growth.

“Benjamin’s impressive international experience and customer-centric approach will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position across EMEA,” says Carsten Drachmann. “His understanding of complex technology markets and ability to develop long-term strategic relationships align perfectly with GomSpace’s ambitions for future growth.”

The appointments underscore GomSpace’s commitment to investing in commercial excellence as the company continues to support customers in the defense, security, scientific, and commercial space sectors. With dedicated regional leadership teams now in place, GomSpace is well positioned to accelerate growth, deepen customer engagement, and expand access to its flight-proven space technologies across global markets.

For more information from GomSpace, please contact:

Anne Breüner (Head of Corporate Affairs)
Tel: +45 40 200 192
E-mail: anbr@gomspace.com 

Caroline Schwob (Marketing & Communication Director)
Tel: +33 680 042 226
E-mail: casc@gomspace.com 

About GomSpace Group AB
Founded in 2007, GomSpace is a global provider of small satellite solutions with customers in more than 60 countries. The company’s business operations are mainly conducted through the wholly owned Danish subsidiary, GomSpace A/S, with headquarters and operational facilities in Aalborg, Denmark. GomSpace also has key operations in Luxembourg, France, and the United States. GomSpace develops and delivers advanced systems and services that enable governments, commercial enterprises, and research institutions to achieve their objectives in space. The company’s expertise covers satellite subsystems, complete small satellite missions, and satellite operations, providing solutions that support smarter, faster, and more affordable access to space. The company is listed on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market in Stockholm under the ticker GOMX. FNCA Sweden AB is the Company’s Certified Adviser. For more information, please visit www.gomspace.com.

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Taiwan’s Unmanned Vehicle Alliance Unveils Smart UAV and Vehicle Management System to Empower Japan’s Smart Cities

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TOKYO, Nov. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Japan accelerates its national transition toward resilient urban infrastructure and automated logistics, Taiwan’s Unmanned Vehicle Alliance (UVA)—led by Global Shield Robotics (GSR)—has been advancing its comprehensive expansion into the Japanese market since April 2026. To mark this milestone, the GSR_UVA Alliance will host the “Taiwan Unmanned Vehicle Supply Chain Japan Industry Seminar” on November 10, 2026, from 13:30 to 17:00 at Meeting Room 2 on the 28th floor of Conrad Tokyo. Bringing together 17 elite Taiwanese hardware and software innovators, the alliance introduces a unified, non-China supply chain ecosystem spanning smart UAV command platforms, automated parking, and intelligent fleet logistics.

Driven by Japan’s stringent supply chain security standards and ongoing demographic shifts, municipal agencies and infrastructure operators are urgently adopting trustworthy automated solutions. The consortium bridges key technological gaps by integrating Taiwan’s world-class ICT, AI edge computing, and precision manufacturing with robust cyber-secure architectures. Among its core offerings, the alliance provides an integrated C2 platform featuring real-time AI computer vision and 3D spatial monitoring for disaster response, alongside 3drens’ InstaTMS platform to optimize last-mile dispatch routes with real-time IoT tracking.

“Our objective is not merely exporting hardware, but delivering a trusted, end-to-end operational framework,” said a spokesperson for Global Shield Robotics. “By integrating custom AIoT software with specialized hardware components, we offer Japanese partners a reliable, secure alternative aligned with Japan’s MIC technical standards and Level 4 BVLOS flight mandates.”

The alliance targets strategic partnerships with major Japanese System Integrators, government authorities, and top-tier logistics entities. Supported by Taiwan’s Small and Medium Enterprise and Startup Administration (SMESA) and Taiwan Innovative Software and Services Association (TISSA), the coalition plans to showcase its integrated solutions at an upcoming B2B2C technology summit in Tokyo this September, aiming to forge deeper cross-border cooperation and drive next-generation smart city transformations.

About Unmanned Vehicle Alliance (UVA)

Led by Global Shield Robotics under the guidance of Taiwan’s SMESA, the Unmanned Vehicle Alliance brings together 17 leading technology providers across UAV platforms, AI servers, SaaS logistics, RF systems, and precision components. The alliance is committed to providing secure, reliable, and integrated autonomous solutions for international markets.

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