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Budget Talks Reshaping Military Satellite Buying

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Monday, September 12th, 2011

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Analysis from Forecast International recently projected that the worldwide military satellite market will be worth $42.5 billion, based on production of 180 military satellites, from 2011-2020. The study claims that the U.S. is focusing on production of already-developed satellites, rather than on development of revolutionary new technology. The company's "The Market for Military Satellites" report covers thirty-five satellite programs, noting that these systems play a significant role in military operations, particularly for the U.S., which relies on communications and reconnaissance…

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