Space traffic is a pressing issue. With over 20.000 satellites expected to be launched in the next decade, various orbits are becoming increasingly congested. The situation is especially pronounced in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The abundance of satellites is not only responsible for “an unprecedented space traffic jam”. It is also the cause of a…
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Today, the EU and its citizens celebrate the signing of the Schuman Declaration, the historic agreement that laid the foundation for a united Europe and planted the seeds to what would evolve into the European Union. A lot has been achieved in the seven decades since the declaration was signed on 9 May 1950. For…
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To make the best use of the Galileo services, users rely on much more than the satellites orbiting the Earth at an altitude of 23.000km. Dedicated facilities such as the Galileo Control Centres (GCCs), sensor and uplink stations are some of the most important components that make up the so-called ‘’Galileo Ground Segment’’ the role…
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According to the latest edition of the European State of the Climate Report (ESOTC), 2022 was yet another year of extremes. Not only did Europe see its hottest summer ever recorded, with temperatures reaching 1.4°C above average, much of Europe experienced prolonged and intense heatwaves. Europe’s lakes and seas also saw increasing surface temperatures. While…
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The EU’s energy dependence is becoming more complicated over the last months, so the EU has no choice but to look for new means of securing its energy supply. But energy independence shouldn’t come at the cost of the climate. Which is why any decision relating to energy security must be aligned with meeting the…
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Home to over 300 of the world’s main seaports and nearly 30% of the global merchant fleet, maritime transportation plays a big role in the European economy. In particular, the EU controls c.a. 30% of the world merchant fleet. That’s why the EU goes to great lengths to ensure its security. The EU Maritime Security…
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What do semiconductor chips, electric vehicles, solar panels, heat pumps, wind turbines and clean energy technologies have in common? They all depend on having ready access to critical raw materials like lithium. “Raw materials are the essential ingredient to achieving our ambitious climate targets,” says EU Commissioner for the Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton. “Without…
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From funding to market intelligence, EUSPA supports the EU Space industry through the entire innovation cycle. Fundamental Elements has been a key tool in the uptake of the European GNSS Galileo. Fundamental Elements is an R&D funding mechanism designed to support the development of innovative chipset, antenna and receiver technologies. In doing so, the programme…
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Yes, although you might not realise it, you use satellite navigation almost daily. Positioning data is a part of everyday life. Knowing when your parcel will be delivered, picking the fastest route to your meeting or simply withdrawing cash from an ATM. All these actions are facilitated either by Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) like…
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Increasing global instability means the EU must take increasing responsibility over its own safety and security – and EU Space can help. “By enabling unique solutions for protecting mobility, logistics, maritime and critical infrastructure assets, the data, information and services provided by the EU Space Programme play a key role in enhancing Europe’s defence and…
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