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July 27, 2016

The rise of commercial spaceports
Bethesda MD (SPX) Jul 27, 2016
Just last year, the FAA gave Houston the "go-ahead" to build America's 10th commercial spaceport. Yes, the US already had nine spaceports designated for commercial operations. One must ask, "Why do we need 10 spaceports for so little commercial space activities?" This represents a great deal of investment and ongoing expense for an industry still in its infancy. The reason for all this excitement among several states and entrepreneurs is space tourism, the so-called "killer" space application that ... read more

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Commission approves acquisition of Arianespace by ASL, subject to conditions

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Australian regulator approves logistics giant takeover

Microsoft delivers earnings surprise, stock rises

New UK finance minister to talk up trade on China visit

EU dodges China market status question

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