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Mars Rover Field Trials Conducted in Spain to Prepare for Exomars Rosalind Franklin Mission
The European Space Agency (ESA), Airbus, and European partners have conducted field trials for the Exomars Rosalind Franklin Mars mission in the Tabernas desert, Almería, Spain, testing the rover"s autonomous navigation system and simulating scientific activities. The trials, which took place on 1 October 2026, are a crucial step in preparing for the mission"s launch in 2030.
9/17/2026
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Airbus and Thales to Develop Replacement Satellite for Spain's Military Communications
Airbus Defence and Space and Thales Alenia Space have been awarded a contract to build a replacement military communications satellite for Spain, scheduled for launch in the third quarter of 2030. The new satellite will provide critical communications services for the Spanish military and its allies.
8/3/2026
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Airbus Sees Resurgence in Space Business Amid Growing European Demand
Airbus" space division is experiencing a turnaround driven by increasing demand from Europe for satellite systems, particularly in areas like Earth observation and secure connectivity. This resurgence is timely, given the recent record funding announcement for the European Space Agency and initiatives like the IRIS² secure connectivity constellation.
7/23/2026
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NASA Expands Commercial Satellite Data Program with European Partners
NASA has awarded contracts to eight new commercial satellite data providers, including three European companies, as part of its Commercial Satellite Data Acquisition program, with a maximum cumulative value of $476 million through November 2028. This expansion reflects the growing importance of international collaboration and commercial partnerships in Earth observation.
7/6/2026
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Avanti Communications Reduces Geostationary Orbit Presence with Hylas-3 Sale
Avanti Communications has sold its Hylas-3 Ka-band hosted payload to Japan's Sky Perfect JSAT, a move that is part of Avanti's strategy to reduce its exposure in geostationary orbit. This sale marks a significant shift in the company's operations and has implications for the broader aerospace industry.
6/13/2026
Hype: 40/100