MDA Space Completes Initial On-Orbit Functional Tests for Globalstar Mission

09:18 AM EST, 11/10/2026 (MT Newswires) -- MDA Space (MDA.TO) completed initial functional tests on eight replenishment satellites launched in August that are part of Globalstar's (GSAT)existing low Earth orbit constellation. MDA has also started electric orbit raising for the first two satellites, the company said Tuesday. A total of 17 satellites will replenish Globalstar's HIBLEO constellation, which supports satellite-enabled services on select mobile phones and Internet of Things applications. "As prime contractor for this critical commercial communications constellation, our full focus remains on continued execution and the delivery to our customer," chief executive Mike Greenley said. MDA shares closed up CA$3.25, or 8.1%, Monday on the Toronto Stock Exchange.