https://spacewatch.global/tag/esrange-space-center/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:23:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/tag/esrange-space-center/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2026/10/ssc-space-expands-japanese-presence-via-launch-and-recovery-services-mou-with-elevationspace/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=79106 Swedish space services provider SSC Space and Japanese space company ElevationSpace have signed an MoU to explore cooperation in microgravity research, payload development, launch services, and spacecraft reentry and recovery. The October 14 agreement establishes a framework for the companies to pursue potential joint opportunities in Japan, Sweden, and international markets.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/10/themis-completes-second-wet-dress-rehearsal-ahead-of-first-hop-test/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=78745 Europe’s Themis reusable-stage demonstrator has completed its second wet dress rehearsal at the Esrange Space Center in Sweden, marking another step toward its first flight test. Conducted on 29 September, the rehearsal allowed teams from ArianeGroup and SSC Space to test the vehicle and ground systems under representative cryogenic conditions while rehearsing countdown and post-flight procedures.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/09/scotlands-aurora-avionics-prepares-for-first-flight-test-with-german-research-partnership/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=78143 Aurora Avionics has integrated its PF1 computer into a German research rocket ahead of its first flight test, expanding the Scottish firm's European footprint.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/03/rfa-delivers-the-first-and-second-stages-of-its-rfa-one-launch-vehicle-to-the-saxavord-spaceport/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=72108 Rocket Factory Augsburg has delivered the first and second stages of its RFA ONE launch vehicle to the SaxaVord Spaceport in Scotland, reaching an important milestone in preparation for the vehicle's first test flight, which is tentatively in summer 2026.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/03/ssc-space-signs-agreement-on-developing-satellite-launch-capability-from-esrange-space-center/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=72074 SSC Space has signed an agreement with the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration to establish satellite launch capability from the Esrange Space Center, laying the foundation for a national capability that will give the Swedish Armed Forces control and the ability to launch their satellites into orbit. Valued at SEK 209 million (€19.4 million), the contract covers systems and infrastructure that ensure protection, availability, and execution of satellite launches for the Swedish Armed Forces, as well as for partners and allies.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2026/02/isar-aerospace-opens-second-test-site-at-the-esrange-space-center-to-expand-testing-operations/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=70952 Isar Aerospace is expanding its testing operations with the establishment of a second test site at the Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, Sweden. In partnership with SSC Space, the second test site will support the development and production ramp-up of its ‘Spectrum’ launch vehicle. The expansion at Esrange will unlock new capabilities in scaling launch vehicle production: the availability of integrated acceptance testing capabilities to match an increased launch cadence.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/09/europes-reusable-rocket-prototype-themis-is-installed-on-its-launch-pad/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=67855 Themis, the first model of ESA's reusable rocket demonstrator has undergone integration and is now erect on its launch pad in Sweden's Esrange Space Center. Themis had arrived at Esrange earlier in June with ArianeGroup's teams responsible for its integration. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/06/ssc-and-firefly-progress-towards-orbital-launch-from-esrange/ Fri, 27 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=66008 Following a TSA that was signed between Sweden and the United States on June 20, the Swedish Space Corporation and Firefly Aerospace are moving closer to a historic first satellite launch from Esrange Space Center in Kiruna, Sweden. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/06/maritime-launch-and-t-minus-announce-suborbital-launches-from-spaceport-nova-scotia/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=65627 Maritime Launch and T-Minus are launching the Barracuda, a hypersonic test platform, from Spaceport Nova Scotia in October 2025. This mission will represent the next step in advancing Spaceport Nova Scotia’s suborbital and hypersonic testing capabilities, as Maritime Launch continues to establish Nova Scotia, Canada, as a hub for innovative space commercialization, research, and development.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2025/03/ssc-wins-additional-ground-station-contracts-for-copernicus/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=64511 SSC has received several additional satellite ground station contracts from ESA for Copernicus, EU’s Earth Observation program. The new contracts include ground station support from both Punta Arenas, the US and Canada.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/05/ssc-and-perigee-aerospace-to-launch-satellites-from-esrange/ Thu, 09 May 2024 06:00:35 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=55122 The Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) and South Korean rocket company Perigee Aerospace Inc. have signed a collaborative agreement to launch satellites jointly from Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, starting in 2025. Perigee’s Blue Whale 1 micro launcher will consequently be the first-ever orbital rocket to launch from Esrange.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/01/swedish-eu-presidency-program-reveals-space-priorities/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 07:00:43 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=45808 By virtue of Sweden assuming the Presidency of the Council of the European Union (first semester, 2023), the Country has released its Swedish Presidency program that covers its plans for space. The program sets out the priorities and main direction for the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 January until 30 June 2023. The priorities cut across many facets, including space. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/12/sweden-to-inaugurate-space-center-in-january/ Fri, 30 Dec 2022 07:00:24 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=45701 On 13 January 2023, the Swedish head of state, King Carl XVI Gustaf, and European and Swedish political dignitaries will visit Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden to cut the ribbon of a new spaceport. The new spaceport, which saw years of preparation and construction, will significantly reshape the European space landscape. The event will take place in Kiruna in conjunction with Sweden taking over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/12/arianegroup-tests-reusable-themis-stage/ Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:13 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=37660&preview=true&preview_id=37660 ArianeGroup has completed a series of tests of the European reusable first stage Themis, the European Space Agency (ESA) said. ArianeGroup performed six tests at its site in Vernon in France to validate the fluidic and electrical processes and sequences of two test propellant tanks; the tanks were filled then drained of cryogenic propellants, ESA reported.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2021/10/ssc-and-bradford-ecaps-sign-mou-for-orbital-debris-removal-services/ Thu, 28 Oct 2021 06:00:36 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=36818 The Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) and Bradford Space / ECAPS signed a Memorandum of Understanding for collaborative orbital debris removal services. The agreement was signed at the International Astronautical Congress 2021 in Dubai. Common Earth orbits are getting increasingly congested with more companies deploying satellite constellations than ever before.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/10/rocket-factory-augsburg-inaugurates-swedish-test-site/ Fri, 16 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=27281&preview=true&preview_id=27281 Rocket Factory Augsburg inaugurates Swedish test site]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/04/isar-aerospace-expands-into-next-generation-rocket-production-facilities-near-munich/ Thu, 16 Apr 2020 05:00:38 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=21582 European launch vehicle manufacturer Isar Aerospace announced its expansion into new production facilities in Germany’s space valley in Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen near Munich. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2020/03/swedish-space-corporation-signs-contract-with-isar-aerospace/ Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:00:04 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=20205 Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) and German space tech company Isar Aerospace have signed a long-term contract for testing of a new generation of European rocket engines for minilaunchers at Esrange Space Center in Sweden.]]>