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NGA Awards $200 Million Contract to Modernize Satellite Data Access

1/16/2025

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On January 15, 2025, the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) took a bold step towards modernization by awarding a $200 million Luno B contract to 13 companies, including BlackSky. This groundbreaking five-year initiative will transform how the NGA accesses satellite data, moving away from classified sources to bolster its ability to monitor global events and strengthen national security.

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On January 15, 2025, the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) took a bold step towards modernization by awarding a $200 million Luno B contract to 13 companies, including BlackSky. This groundbreaking five-year initiative will transform how the NGA accesses satellite data, moving away from classified sources to bolster its ability to monitor global events and strengthen national security.