OHB Digital Connect coordinates IIMEO project
The project “Instantaneous Infrastructure Monitoring by Earth Observation” (IIMEO) has been selected for implementation by the European Commission.
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Israel launches “Ofek 13” surveillance satellite into space
Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) successfully launched the “Ofek 13” satellite which began orbiting into space.
Nanosatellites swarms – new eyes in space for Israel’s defence
Swarms of nanosatellites will be the newest addition to Israel’s toolbox for handling the danger of Iranian cruise missiles.
IRIS²: European Commission launches invitation to tender for industry
The Commission launches an invitation to tender to procure a concession contract to implement the EU satellite constellation called IRIS².
UK and Japan sign arrangement to cooperate in space
The respective leaders of the Royal Air Force and the Japan Air Self Defence Force have signed Terms of Reference outlining future space cooperation between their organisations.
From First Fix to High Accuracy Service, Galileo scores high
“From a historical perspective this was one the greatest achievements of the EU,” says EUSPA Executive director Rodrigo da Costa.
Kratos untroduces the software replacement for traditional satcom hubs
Kratos introduced the first of its OpenSpace vStar solutions designed to modernize satellite communications (satcom) ground systems.
An EU Space Strategy for Security and Defence to ensure a stronger and more resilient EU
In the current geopolitical context of increasing power competition and intensification of threats, the EU is taking action to protect its space assets, defend its interests, deter hostile activities in space and strengthen its strategic posture and autonomy.
TESAT expands its footprint into the United States
To meet the growing demand for optical communication technologies from the U.S. Government and the space industry, TESAT is forming TESAT Government, a U.S.-based organization.
Boeing demonstrates anti-jamming system to protect satellites in space
Boeing engineers successfully demonstrated the company’s Protected Tactical Enterprise Service (PTES) over an on-orbit operational satellite, validating the design for the U.S. Space Force’s ground-based anti-jamming satellite communications (SATCOM) capability.
French Space exercise AsterX builds on realistic scenario and integration
The French Air and Space Force conducts its annual military Space exercise AsterX 23 focused on training the French Space Command (CDE) units in space surveillance and the protection of national space assets and cooperation with Allies.
IRIS²: European Union adopts space-based connectivity programme
The Council of the European Union adopted a regulation on the EU’s secure connectivity programme for 2023-2027. This is the last step in the decision-making procedure.