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Australian Company Expands Earth Intelligence Capabilities
LatConnect 60, an Australian Earth observation and AI company, has announced an accelerated growth investment round to build a proliferated Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) satellite constellation. The company aims to expand from its initial two SWIRSAT missions to an 18-satellite constellation, with plans for a 100-satellite network by 2035. This development is aligned with the AUKUS defence strategy and is supported by significant initial funding from the Australian Space Agency and the Western Australian Government, as reported by SpaceNews.