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European Commission Expands IRIS² Constellation to Enhance Secure Connectivity
The European Commission has agreed to increase the size and cost of the IRIS² constellation, a secure connectivity system, to include 348 satellites in medium Earth orbit and high low Earth orbit, with an estimated cost of 15.6 billion euros. The expanded constellation is expected to launch in 2029 and provide improved defense, security, and safety services.
8/7/2026
Hype: 60/100
FOSSA Systems Secures $10.5 Million Funding to Expand Satellite Constellation
Spanish startup FOSSA Systems has raised $10.5 million to expand its connectivity constellation, aiming to establish a network of 140 spacecraft for global Internet of Things (IoT) device connections. This funding round brings the company closer to its goal of becoming a European benchmark in sovereign space infrastructure.
6/27/2026
Hype: 55/100
Austrian Propulsion Startup Secures Significant Funding for Advanced Satellite Technology
Gate Space, an Austrian propulsion startup, has been awarded 6.3 million euros in funding from the European Commission's government-backed accelerator program to support its development of high-thrust chemical propulsion systems for satellites. This investment is expected to have major implications for the aerospace industry, particularly in the areas of satellite maneuverability and autonomous docking capabilities.
6/19/2026
Hype: 55/100
European Commission Invests in In-Orbit Services to Support Scalable Orbital Economy
The European Commission is investing in in-orbit services, including rendezvous and docking, to support the development of a scalable orbital economy, with the expectation that these services will become a commodity. This investment aims to foster growth in the space economy by enabling new opportunities for satellite operations and maintenance.
6/9/2026
Hype: 60/100
European Heat Wave Captured by Sentinel-3 Satellite
The European Space Agency's Sentinel-3 mission has observed a severe heat wave spreading across Europe, with temperatures reaching up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit in Southern Europe and surpassing 95 degrees F in London. This event highlights the impact of climate change and demonstrates the importance of Earth-observation programs in monitoring environmental conditions.
5/29/2026
Hype: 40/100