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Cision Canada
11 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
MDA SPACE REOPENS OPERATIONS AT DAVID FLORIDA LABORATORY
Ensures critical sovereign satellite and space systems integration and testing capabilities remain available to all industry in Canada BRAMPTON, ON, June 27, 2025 /CNW/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today announced it has taken over operation of the David Florida Laboratory (DFL) in Ottawa, ensuring this world-class testing facility remains open to industry and under sovereign Canadian control. The facility houses essential infrastructure that enables the assembly, integration and testing of entire spacecraft and satellite systems and subsystems to ensure their ability to operate in the harsh conditions of space. No other facility of its kind is commercially available in Canada. Owned and operated by the Canadian Government since the 1970s, DFL has been a strategic national asset and integral part of Canada's national and industrial end-to-end space capability for decades, supporting the development of space technology and critical missions for both the government and private sector. The facility has played a pivotal role in establishing Canada's world-leading national and industrial space capabilities including critical components of the James Webb Space Telescope, all Canadarm space robotics, the RADARSAT family of Earth observation satellites, and multiple generations of essential communications satellites that support every aspect of the daily lives of Canadians. MDA's stewardship of the facility underscores its commitment to advancing the nation's space ambitions while ensuring Canadian companies have the resources they need to succeed in a growing and commercializing global space industry. "The David Florida Laboratory is an irreplaceable national asset and the operational transfer to industry at a time of rapid commercialization of the global and domestic space industry is a natural evolution," said Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space. "We are honoured to take on this responsibility to ensure DFL remains open to all industry for the long term, preserving Canada's sovereign space capabilities and helping to foster innovation and growth across the Canadian space sector." The David Florida Laboratory will continue to support a range of assembly, integration and test (AI&T) requirements including Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), thermal vacuum, antenna and vibration test services. MDA Space is committed to providing fair and equitable access to all industry partners to test and validate their advanced technologies on a competitive fee-for-services basis. Details of integration and testing services offered at DFL are available on the MDA Space LaunchPad porta l or by contacting [email protected]. ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit
Cision Canada
11 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Space testing services to resume at the David Florida Laboratory
LONGUEUIL, QC, June 27, 2025 /CNW/ - In response to Canada's vibrant space sector's need for continued access to specialized space testing services in Canada, the Government of Canada is announcing that MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Corporation (MDA Space) will be taking over the operations of the David Florida Laboratory (DFL) in Ottawa. The DFL is Canada's world-class spacecraft assembly, integration, and test centre, located on Shirleys Bay Campus in Ottawa. Testing activities performed at the DFL constitute one of the last steps that spacecraft and space hardware undergo prior to space deployment to demonstrate its ability to survive the stresses of a rocket launch and the space environment. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), has issued a one-year renewable occupancy licence to MDA Space to operate the DFL's unique space testing facilities. MDA Space intends to start offering services to Canada's space sector as early as fall 2025. This occupancy licence is an interim measure to offer options to meet the Canadian space sector's needs. In parallel, the Government of Canada is currently developing a longer-term real property strategy on the use and ownership of the building and the continued access to this highly specialized space testing centre in Canada. Quotes "Having MDA Space provide space testing services at the David Florida Laboratory will ensure that Canada's space sector can continue to access these critical services within Canada. This strengthens our domestic supply chains, reduces reliance on foreign providers, and supports innovation while enhancing our nation's economic competitiveness and growing Canada's space industry in the global space sector." The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions "The David Florida Laboratory is an irreplaceable national asset, and the operational transfer to industry at a time of rapid commercialization of the global and domestic space industry is a natural evolution. We are honoured to take on this responsibility to ensure the DFL remains open to all Canadian industry, preserving Canada's sovereign space capabilities and helping foster innovation and growth across the Canadian space sector." Mike Greenley, Chief Executive Officer, MDA Space "The David Florida Lab is a critical resource for the Canadian space sector, providing unique facilities that allow for the testing of satellites and other space hardware. Space Canada looks forward to working with MDA Space on ensuring this critical resource continues to be an enduring asset for the Canadian space ecosystem." Brian Gallant, CEO of Space Canada Quick Facts As part of the Government of Canada's Refocusing Government Spending exercise, the CSA announced in March 2024 that its operations at the DFL would be terminated as of March 31, 2025. Following the response from Canadian industry and in an effort to respond to the needs of the Canadian space sector, the CSA and PSPC launched a Request for Information (RFI) in May 2024 to gauge the interest of industry to potentially lease the DFL. The DFL has contributed to testing spacecraft and components for high-profile missions such as Canadarm, Canadarm2, the James Webb Space Telescope and the RADARSAT Constellation Mission. MDA Space, headquartered in Canada with offices worldwide, is a leading provider of robotics and space operations, satellite systems, and geointelligence, with over 55 years of expertise in space missions. Contact [email protected] for details of the integration and testing services offered at the DFL.
The Market Online
3 days ago
- Business
- The Market Online
MDA Space secures $60M contract for new Canadian warship sensor systems
MDA Space (TSX:MDA) has been awarded C$60 million in contracts to deliver and integrate two advanced sensor systems for the Royal Canadian Navy's River-class destroyer (RCD) program The contract marks a significant milestone in Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy, which aims to modernize the federal fleet and bolster the domestic shipbuilding industry Once completed, the RCD fleet can significantly enhance the Royal Canadian Navy's operational capabilities, supporting a wide range of critical missions both at home and abroad MDA Space stock (TSX:MDA) last traded at C$32.15 MDA Space (TSX:MDA) has been awarded C$60 million in contracts to deliver and integrate two advanced sensor systems for the Royal Canadian Navy's River-class destroyer (RCD) program. These systems are designed to enhance situational awareness and defend against laser and optically guided threats aboard the first three ships of the fleet. The contract marks a notable milestone in Canada's national shipbuilding strategy, which aims to modernize the federal fleet and bolster the domestic shipbuilding industry. The sensors will be developed across MDA Space's Canadian facilities in Richmond, British Columbia; Halifax, Nova Scotia; and Brampton, Ontario. 'As a headquartered Canadian company and a long-term trusted mission partner to Canada's Department of National Defence, MDA Space is proud to work with Canada's world-leading defence industrial base to deliver next generation naval sensors for the River-class destroyer program,' Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space said in a news release. 'We value our role in helping to deliver this important fleet and capability to the Royal Canadian Navy and look forward to seeing these ships launched and operationalized in the years ahead.' The River-class destroyers, being constructed by Irving Shipbuilding Inc. at the Halifax Shipyard, are envisioned as multi-mission combat vessels equipped with cutting-edge technologies. Lockheed Martin Canada is leading the combat management system design and integration, working alongside a team that includes MDA Space, CAE, L3 Harris, Ultra, and BAE. Once completed, the RCD fleet can significantly enhance the Royal Canadian Navy's operational capabilities, supporting a wide range of critical missions both at home and abroad. MDA Space Ltd. is a partner to the global space industry specializing in robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence. The company brings over 55 years of experience across more than 450 missions, including the development of the Canadarm robotic arm system. MDA Space stock (TSX:MDA) last traded at C$32.15 and has risen 166 per cent since this time last year. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this space and defense technology on the MDA Space Ltd. Bullboard and check out the rest of Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. For full disclaimer information, please click here.
Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
MDA SPACE AWARDED $60 MILLION FOR NEXT PHASE OF RIVER-CLASS DESTROYER
BRAMPTON, ON, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA) today announced that it has been awarded next phase contracts for the delivery and integration of two critical sensor systems for the River-class Destroyer (RCD) program. The contracts, valued at $60 million, are for the delivery and integration of sensor systems for the first three ships that improve situational awareness and protect the ships against laser and optical guided threats. Once delivered, the RCD fleet will provide advanced and multi-mission combat ships, equipped with next generation capabilities to support and protect the men and women of the Royal Canadian Navy as they fulfill their wide range of critical missions. The MDA Space sensors are being designed and developed in Richmond, B.C., Halifax, N.S. and Brampton, Ontario. 'As a headquartered Canadian company and a long-term trusted mission partner to Canada's Department of National Defence, MDA Space is proud to work with Canada's world-leading defence industrial base to deliver next generation naval sensors for the River-class Destroyer program,' said Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space. 'We value our role in helping to deliver this important fleet and capability to the Royal Canadian Navy and look forward to seeing these ships launched and operationalized in the years ahead.' Irving Shipbuilding Inc. will build the new River-class Destroyers at Halifax Shipyard as part of the National Shipbuilding Strategy, the Government of Canada's long-term strategy to renew the federal fleet and reinvigorate the shipbuilding sector vital to Canadian sovereignty. Lockheed Martin Canada is leading the combat management system design and integration team which includes MDA Space, CAE, L3 Harris, Ultra, BAE and others. ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit SOCIAL MEDIA LinkedIn: X: Facebook: YouTube: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE MDA Space
Cision Canada
4 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
MDA SPACE AWARDED $60 MILLION FOR NEXT PHASE OF RIVER-CLASS DESTROYER
BRAMPTON, ON, June 24, 2025 /CNW/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA) today announced that it has been awarded next phase contracts for the delivery and integration of two critical sensor systems for the River-class Destroyer (RCD) program. The contracts, valued at $60 million, are for the delivery and integration of sensor systems for the first three ships that improve situational awareness and protect the ships against laser and optical guided threats. Once delivered, the RCD fleet will provide advanced and multi-mission combat ships, equipped with next generation capabilities to support and protect the men and women of the Royal Canadian Navy as they fulfill their wide range of critical missions. The MDA Space sensors are being designed and developed in Richmond, B.C., Halifax, N.S. and Brampton, Ontario. "As a headquartered Canadian company and a long-term trusted mission partner to Canada's Department of National Defence, MDA Space is proud to work with Canada's world-leading defence industrial base to deliver next generation naval sensors for the River-class Destroyer program," said Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space. "We value our role in helping to deliver this important fleet and capability to the Royal Canadian Navy and look forward to seeing these ships launched and operationalized in the years ahead." Irving Shipbuilding Inc. will build the new River-class Destroyers at Halifax Shipyard as part of the National Shipbuilding Strategy, the Government of Canada's long-term strategy to renew the federal fleet and reinvigorate the shipbuilding sector vital to Canadian sovereignty. Lockheed Martin Canada is leading the combat management system design and integration team which includes MDA Space, CAE, L3 Harris, Ultra, BAE and others. ABOUT MDA SPACE Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit SOURCE MDA Space
