DARPA’s robotic servicing spacecraft to finally fly this summer

The Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites mission, a partnership between DARPA and Northrop Grumman, will result in the first US on-orbit servicing capability, according to company officials.

The Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites mission, a partnership between DARPA and <a href="/manufacturers/northrop-grumman" class="manufacturer-link">Northrop Grumman</a>, will result in the first US on-orbit servicing capability, according to company officials.

This development reflects broader trends in defence procurement and industry consolidation as governments worldwide increase defence spending in response to evolving security threats.

Source: Breaking Defense. Read the full report at https://breakingdefense.com/2026/05/darpas-robotic-servicing-spacecraft-to-finally-fly-this-summer/