SpaceX adds German satellite network to launch calendar

CAPE CANAVERAL, FLORIDA, Aug 10:  Privately owned Space Exploration Technologies won a two-flight contract to launch a radar satellite network for Germany, the company announced on Thursday. German satellite manufacturers OHB-System AG and Astrium GmbH selected the California-based firm, also known as SpaceX, to launch a trio of spacecraft that comprise a radar reconnaissance network for Germany’s defense department.  (agencies)