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Wednesday 8 April 2026
Chicony Power eyes 2x growth in 2H26 communication power supply on notebook orders, satellite demand
Power supply manufacturer Chicony Power Technology reported on April 7 that its unaudited consolidated revenue for March 2026 reached NT$882 million (approx. US$27.6 million), up 35.92% sequentially, with first-quarter 2026 performance also meeting expectations.
Wednesday 8 April 2026
With SpaceBridge, BWant anchors Taiwan's satellite ambitions

As global demand for satellite communications accelerates, Taiwan's role in the supply chain is beginning to shift. On April 2, BWant announced a new partnership with National Taipei University of Technology and Pyras Technology, alongside Canada-based SpaceBridge, to build a localized testing ecosystem aimed at connecting Taiwanese manufacturers more directly with global satellite operators.

Wednesday 8 April 2026
SpaceX's Starlink Mobile faces a slow climb to scale
Space-based cellphone service has long been pitched as the next frontier in connectivity. Now, SpaceX is testing that promise with Starlink Mobile — a bet that could reshape the wireless industry, even as early revenues remain modest.
Tuesday 7 April 2026
Wonderful Hi-Tech bets on AI servers and satellites for next growth wave

After a slower second half of 2025, marked by elevated customer inventories and a softer ordering pace, high-end cable material provider Wonderful Hi-Tech anticipates a rebound in 2026. According to the company, inventory adjustments are largely concluding in the first quarter, and customer orders and shipments have been steadily picking up since March, setting the stage for a quarter-by-quarter acceleration in revenue. The company aims to surpass its previously stated NT$10 billion (approx. US$313 million) revenue target, with Chairman Ming-Lieh Chang noting that current trends suggest actual results could exceed that benchmark.

Tuesday 7 April 2026
China channels billions into space start-ups through IPO pipeline
In recent years, space has emerged as a central arena of global strategic competition, drawing heavy investment from the US, China, Russia, Japan, South Korea, and India. Among them, China has moved aggressively to commercialize its space sector, encouraging private start-ups to develop rockets and satellites while building an independent ecosystem in low-Earth orbit. The aim is to narrow the gap with SpaceX.
Monday 6 April 2026
Out of this world: Taiwan's supply chain sets sights on orbital data centers
The surge of generative artificial intelligence is reshaping not only computing power but also the very geography of data centers, extending their reach beyond Earth's atmosphere. In recent years, SpaceX has steadily expanded its low-Earth orbit satellite deployments and submitted a new round of satellite plans to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Saturday 4 April 2026
Taiwan space body makes global push with EU and US expo debut
Taiwan has spent the past decade quietly assembling one of Asia's most capable space industries, with more than 250 companies now active across satellites, rockets, and related systems. The sector's leading trade body is now ready to take that story to the world. The Taiwan Space Industry Development Association (TSIDA) announced it will send a delegation abroad for the first time in 2026, targeting two of the industry's most prominent international gatherings — the US Small Satellite Conference and Europe's Space Tech Expo.
Saturday 4 April 2026
New contender to Starlink: Amazon in talks to acquire Globalstar
Amazon is in advanced discussions to acquire the satellite communications provider Globalstar, a move that could significantly strengthen its ambitions in low-Earth orbit broadband and sharpen its challenge to SpaceX and its dominant Starlink network, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
Thursday 2 April 2026
SpaceX files for IPO, setting stage for potential US$1.75 trillion valuation
Elon Musk's private rocket company SpaceX, which has fundamentally reshaped modern spaceflight, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the US, according to people familiar with the matter. The move could result in the largest stock market listing in history, with a potential valuation exceeding US$1.75 trillion.
Thursday 2 April 2026
Starcloud bets on space-based computing with fresh funding
Starcloud, a company pursuing the idea of solar-powered data centers in orbit, said on March 30 that it had raised US$170 million in new funding, valuing the business at US$1.1 billion and making it one of the fastest startups to reach unicorn status after graduating from Y Combinator.
Wednesday 1 April 2026
Taiwan panel leaders pivot: AUO targets CPO, Innolux advances FOPLP
Taiwan's panel industry is undergoing a collective transformation, with its two major players adopting distinct technology paths.
Wednesday 1 April 2026
Taiwan's CubeSat trio reaches orbit, signaling a new phase for the space startup ecosystem
The Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) launched the second batch of satellites from its Startup CubeSat Program, successfully sending three 8U CubeSats into orbit — the Bellbird-2, Black Kite-2, and Albatross-2 — all developed by Taiwanese manufacturers. The satellites lifted off on March 30 at 7:02 pm Taiwan time from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in the US aboard SpaceX's Transporter-16 rideshare flight and entered orbit approximately one to two hours later, with successful communications quickly confirmed.
Tuesday 31 March 2026
Satellite redraws the map of global connectivity
As low Earth orbit satellites evolve from stopgap coverage for remote areas into "base stations in the sky" with onboard computing and routing capabilities, the competitive contours of the global telecommunications industry are beginning to shift.
Monday 30 March 2026
Taiwan moves to break into space supply chains through British partnership
The global space industry has long been defined by closed supply chains and steep certification barriers—obstacles that have made it difficult for Taiwan to secure a meaningful foothold despite its strengths in advanced manufacturing.
Friday 27 March 2026
Blue Origin files plan for space-based computing network
Blue Origin, the aerospace venture founded by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is moving to enter the emerging field of space-based computing, outlining plans to deploy a vast network of orbital data centers.
Thursday 26 March 2026
Taiwan's Rapidtek expands global presence with Satellite 2026 debut

Rapidtek, a Taiwanese satellite communications firm, is stepping up its international push, showcasing its technologies at Satellite 2026 in Washington this month, shortly after appearing at the Space-Comm Expo in Britain.

Thursday 26 March 2026
Universal Microwave Technology ramps up OISL output as LEO delivery deadlines threaten supply chains
SATELLITE 2026, the international satellite industry's premier event, runs from March 23 to 26 in Washington, where Universal Microwave Technology, Inc. will once again engage with global satellite operators, equipment makers, component suppliers, and government agencies. The company's renewed presence comes as low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite deployments accelerate and component supply becomes a strategic bottleneck.
Thursday 26 March 2026
Taiwan's Tmytek enters global satcom supply chain with Comtech deal

Tmytek, a Taiwanese developer of millimeter-wave phased array solutions, said on March 25 that it has partnered with Comtech to introduce a next-generation satellite communications terminal capable of operating across multiple orbits, marking a significant step for a Taiwanese company into the core of the global satcom supply chain.

Wednesday 25 March 2026
Taiwan's LinkCom targets growth in silicon photonics and satellite markets
Taiwan-based magnetic components maker LinkCom Manufacturing is positioning itself for its next phase of growth by expanding beyond high-speed networking into emerging applications, including silicon photonics and low-Earth-orbit satellites.
Wednesday 25 March 2026
Exclusive: Tesla and SpaceX pursue dual solar strategy on Earth and in orbit
Chinese solar supply chain companies say that Tesla and SpaceX, both led by Elon Musk, are quietly building a dual-track solar strategy spanning Earth and space, an emerging structure that underscores Musk's expanding ambitions in energy.
Monday 23 March 2026
Ventec eyes double-digit growth in 2026 amid product price hikes and niche material expansion
Niche copper-clad laminate (CCL) manufacturer Ventec expects to achieve double-digit revenue growth in 2026, driven by ongoing product price increases and strategic expansion into specialized markets such as defense aerospace and semiconductor test interfaces. Currently, special materials account for 50% of its revenue, positioning the company for what it predicts will be a robust order fulfillment phase.
Monday 23 March 2026
Allied Circuit eyes 2Q27 mass production in Vietnam, targets LEO satellite market with Meiko
The global PCB industry continues to deepen its Southeast Asia footprint. Among the latest moves, Allied Circuit (ACCL) and Japanese firm Meiko have recently announced a joint venture to build a new factory in Vietnam focused on high-layer count (HLC) PCB capacity. The plant is expected to enter mass production by the second quarter of 2027, prioritizing the AI server PCB market opportunity.
Friday 20 March 2026
Scaling the final frontier: Supply chain strategies from Paris Space Week 2026
With a sharp focus on "New Space" industrialization, Paris Space Week 2026 (PSW) highlights a critical shift: the space industry is moving away from bespoke, low-volume "lab work" toward high-volume, standardized manufacturing. For the tech supply chain — particularly electronics and semiconductor players — this evolution represents a massive market opening, provided they can navigate the new requirements of digital transparency and cyber-resilience.
Friday 20 March 2026
Britain's space cluster presents model Taiwan could follow: building through connection
As the Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) establishes a southern hub in Shalun, a blueprint for a space industry cluster in southern Taiwan is beginning to take shape.
Thursday 19 March 2026
Samsung Electro-Mechanics rumored to supply MLCCs to top private aerospace firm
Samsung Electro-Mechanics (Semco) is reportedly supplying multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to the world's largest private aerospace company. According to industry sources, this expansion from the automotive and industrial sectors into aerospace is a significant step for the company, as it demonstrates that its components have gained global recognition for durability and reliability.