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BlackSky Technology Inc. provides real-time, space-based intelligence using a proprietary low Earth orbit satellite constellation and the BlackSky Spectra® tasking and analytics software platform. Company news centers on Gen-3 satellite imagery, AI-enabled analytics, Assured and On-Demand subscription services, and mission applications for U.S. and international government, defense, and commercial customers.
Recurring updates also cover contract awards, IDIQ technology programs, constellation expansion, advanced optical payload development, quarterly results, revenue visibility, backlog, guidance, and the mix between space-based intelligence and AI services, mission solutions, and technology programs.
BlackSky (BKSY) has been named the exclusive provider of very high-resolution electro-optical satellites for a new fifty-satellite, AI-enabled constellation backed by a $1 billion investment led by a consortium including Marlan Space, Loft Orbital and Mistral AI.
The constellation, announced at the International Space Summit in Paris, is designed to serve users across France, Europe and the UAE. BlackSky Gen-3 satellites will supply very high-resolution imaging within an AI-enabled intelligence platform that delivers actionable insights and alerts in seconds. The company describes the initiative as reinforcing its Mission Solutions strategy to build long-term global partnerships and sovereign space capabilities, with further details expected later this year.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) has secured an international, seven-figure, multi-year contract that combines its Assured and On-Demand subscriptions, following a successful initial pilot. The expanded agreement provides the customer with integrated, low-latency Gen-2 and Gen-3 satellite imagery and AI-enabled analytics services delivered via the Spectra tasking and analytics platform.
The customer gains global coverage through an On-Demand subscription plus a parallel Assured subscription for priority regional operations. According to BlackSky, the deal increases the value of the original pilot and demonstrates growing international demand for its Gen-2 and 35-centimeter class Gen-3 constellations for mission-critical ISR needs.
BlackSky (NYSE: BKSY) reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $33.3 million, up 50% year over year, driven by record $24.5 million in space-based intelligence & AI services and strong demand for its Gen-3 offerings. International revenue grew 200% YoY, and space-based intelligence revenue increased 50% sequentially.
Total cost of sales was 27% of revenue, while operating expenses were $32.1 million. Net loss narrowed to $20.8 million from $41.2 million a year earlier. Adjusted EBITDA reached $4.7 million, a 14.2% margin. Cash, restricted cash, and short-term investments totaled $244.1 million, supported by a $150 million at-the-market equity issuance of 3.6 million shares. BlackSky reaffirmed its 2026 outlook for revenue of $130–$150 million, Adjusted EBITDA of $12–$24 million, and capital expenditures of $50–$60 million.
BlackSky (NYSE: BKSY) plans to participate in two August 2026 investor events. The company will attend the Canaccord Genuity 46th Annual Growth Conference on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the InterContinental Boston Hotel, featuring CEO Brian O’Toole, and the virtual Oppenheimer 29th Annual Technology, Internet and Communications Conference on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, featuring CFO Henry Dubois.
BlackSky (NYSE: BKSY) will host a live webcast and conference call to review its second quarter 2026 financial results and business outlook on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. A financial results press release will be issued earlier that day, and the event archive will be available on BlackSky’s investor relations website.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) announced multiple U.S. R&D contracts to develop and field Gen-3 AI solutions that support real-time, space-based tactical ISR operations.
The work focuses on AI-enabled automated target recognition and battle damage detection, leveraging BlackSky’s Gen-3 constellation with 35-centimeter imagery resolution and AI-driven analytics.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) received a National Reconnaissance Office contract modification to accelerate development of its AROS broad area collection satellites as a commercial alternative for foundation imagery. The funding supports a direct path to a multi-spectral, large-area mapping spacecraft and data collection system targeted for 2028 deployment.
AROS is planned to extend BlackSky’s existing fleet, enabling dynamic country-scale mapping, navigation, maritime awareness, 3D digital twins and AI-driven analytics through an integrated space, software and platform stack.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) received a seven-figure, multi-year contract renewal to advance automation of future non-Earth imagery (NEI) services supporting space domain awareness (SDA).
The follow-on agreement expands work on next-generation imaging payloads, mission-planning software, AI-enabled analytics, and dual-use capabilities for both Earth observation and SDA missions.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) will participate in three investor conferences in May and June 2026, offering investors access to management.
Events include the Jefferies Virtual Space Summit on May 26, the 23rd Annual Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor Conference on May 28 in Minneapolis, and the Morgan Stanley National Security Innovation Summit on June 15 in New York City.
BlackSky (NYSE:BKSY) secured a seven-figure, one-year subscription contract with a new government customer for advanced Gen-2 mission applications.
The agreement expands access to Gen-2 constellation capacity and leverages BlackSky’s dual Gen-2/Gen-3 architecture and AI-driven analytics to support mission-critical, real-time space-based intelligence needs.