The European Commission is driving the procurement of a secure satellite constellation, with Hispasat serving as the prime contractor for the ground segment.
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The European Commission is driving the procurement of a secure satellite constellation, with Hispasat serving as the prime contractor for the ground segment.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.EC highlights need for sovereign comms, involving Starlink.1 source
Hispasat secured the prime contract for the ground segment of a secure satellite constellation driven by the European Commission.1 source
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The entities involved
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European Commission
executive branch of the European Union
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Hispasat
Spanish satellite operator
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- The European Commission is drafting an EU Space Act and industrial policy, facing withdrawals due to regulatory friction over international satellite spectrum access.
- Kubilius serves as Commissioner for Defence and Space, representing the European Commission. He and his organization collaborate with ESA on the flagship IRIS² satellite constellation as a committed subcontractor.