York Space Systems expands satellite portfolio with a larger, M-CLASS platform. Photo: York Space Systems

York Space Systems (York) expanded its satellite platform portfolio, adding the M-CLASS, which is now its largest platform. The company announced the M-CLASS on Jan. 29.

The M-CLASS builds upon York’s existing S-CLASS and LX-CLASS platforms, reusing over 75% of its technology to deliver capabilities while maintaining rapid production timelines.

York said the M-CLASS has a payload capacity of 1,000 kilograms and 8 kW of peak power, addressing the growing demand for higher power and greater mission flexibility. The M-CLASS platform is designed to support a wide range of space missions for government and commercial partners, from single spacecraft to large constellations. 

York CTO, Michael Lajczok commented: “Customers are asking for more power and capability, and the M-CLASS is our response to that strong demand signal. We remain committed to delivering on-time solutions that empower our customers to achieve their objectives.”

York supports national security and commercial missions, including its work for the Space Development Agency, like the  T0 Transport satellites which demonstrated Link 16 from space. York said Wednesday that its Tranche 1 and Tranche 2 satellites for the SDA are set to launch later this year.