Technology

Information on technological advancements in the European space industry, including new spacecraft, instruments, and innovations.

The UK Space Agency will make up to £15 million available for science and technology payloads should an all-British Axiom mission proceed.

UKSA May or May Not Offer £15M for Science Aboard Axiom Mission

The UK Space Agency announced 20 February that it could make up to £15 million in funding available for science and technology payloads should...
Thales Alenia Space has achieved a significant milestone in its construction of the first module for Axiom’s commercial space station.

Thales Alenia Space Marks Major Milestone in Space Station Construction

Europe's Thales Alenia Space has marked a significant milestone in the construction of the Axiom Hab One (AX-H1) commercial space station module. Thales Alenia Space...
Italian launch startup Sidereus Space has completed a series of 10 short-duration hot fire tests of MR-5 rocket engine.

Sidereus Space Complete Short-Duration Hot Fire Test Campaign

Italian launch startup Sidereus Space Dynamics has announced the completion of a short-duration hot fire test campaign for its MR-5 rocket engine. Sidereus Space...
The UK Space Agency has committed £7.4 million to eight international missions that explore the Moon, Mars, Venus, and more.

UKSA Contributes £7.4M to Exploration Missions from Around the World

The UK Space Agency has committed £7.4 million in contributions to eight international missions that will explore the Moon, Mars, Venus, and our Universe. "From...
The Exploration Company announced an important milestone in the testing of its methane-powered Huracán engine.

The Exploration Company Continues Testing its Huracán Rocket Engine

Space transportation startup The Exploration Company has continued testing its methane-powered Huracán engine, which will power the company's Nyx Moon spacecraft. The Exploration company...
The UK Space Agency has committed £3.5 million to support the development of technology aimed at extending the life of satellites.

UKSA Commits £3.5M to the Development of Satellite Servicing Tech

The UK Space Agency has announced that it has committed £3.5 million in funding to further the development of technology aimed at extending the...
ESA has published a call for industry to submit proposals for reusable booster and first stage concepts.

ESA Publishes Call for Reusable Rocket Booster Concepts

The European Space Agency has published a call for reusable rocket booster concept proposals that will allow Europe to develop "the necessary reusable transportation...
ESA Astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti will lead the team implementing the agency’s LEO Cargo Return Service initiative.

ESA Astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti to Lead Agency’s LEO Cargo Return Initiative

European Space Agency astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti has announced that she will be leading the agency's team responsible for implementing its LEO Cargo Return Service...
ESA has completed a cryocooled upgrade of its deep-space antenna in Norcia, Australia, boosting its performance by 80%.

ESA Boosts Deep-Space Comms Capacity with Cryocooled Upgrade

The European Space Agency's deep-space communications station in Spain has been upgraded, boosting its download capacity. Deep space networks are facing an unprecedented demand for...
Greece has announced that it is proceeding with the development of a €60-million Earth observation microsatellite constellation.

Greece Announces €60M Earth Observation Microsatellite Constellation

The Greek Ministry of Digital Governance has announced that the country is going ahead with the development of a €60-million Earth observation microsatellite constellation....

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