Starfish Space Finds a New Partner for Docking Demonstration Mission
28 Mar 2026
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SPACE NEWS - Starfish Space has changed plans for a docking demonstration mission after its original partner backed out.
In a March 26 statement, Starfish said it changed the destination for Otter Pup 2, a spacecraft launched in June 2025 to demonstrate the ability to dock with an unprepared satellite.
“In late 2025, Otter Pup 2’s initial docking partner abruptly ceased collaboration on the mission due to circumstances outside of Starfish’s responsibility or control,” the company stated. This happened after Otter Pup 2 completed a series of tests in orbit after launch.
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Note: Starfish Space is headquartered in Tukwila.
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