Lockheed Martin Launches Eighth GPS III Satellite with SpaceX

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Lockheed Martin Launches Eighth GPS III Satellite with SpaceX

Lockheed Martin has successfully launched its eighth GPS III satellite, known as GPS III Space Vehicle 08 (SV08), strengthening its role in space technology advancements. The launch took place on May 30, 2025, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, showcasing the company's continued innovation and collaboration with the U.S. Space Force to modernize the Global Positioning System (GPS) constellation.

The SV08 satellite, carried by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, represents a key part of efforts to improve positioning, navigation, and timing services around the globe for military and civilian purposes. This launch highlights the ongoing partnership between Lockheed Martin and private aerospace companies like SpaceX. Once deployed, SV08 will undergo a series of checks before joining the constellation of 31 existing GPS satellites.

GPS III satellites such as SV08 offer enhanced features, including better accuracy and anti-jamming capabilities, as well as a new L1C civil signal compatible with international systems, ensuring improved global interoperability. This mission underscores Lockheed Martin's strategic contribution to national security and global infrastructure, as noted by Reuters, reflecting the indispensable role of GPS in today's society.

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