https://spacewatch.global/tag/galileo/ AN INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE ON SPACE Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:41:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://spacewatch.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SpaceWatchGlobal-Sign-90x90.png https://spacewatch.global/tag/galileo/ 32 32 https://spacewatch.global/2026/03/amsterdam-space-symposium-the-dna-of-europes-space-agency-with-rodrigo-da-costa/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=71679 At the inaugural Amsterdam Space Symposium, SpaceWatch.Global publisherTorsten Kriening reconnects with Rodrigo da Costa, Executive Director of the European Union Agency for the Space Programme. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/12/andrius-kubilius-sets-strategic-priorities-as-eu-commissioner-for-defence-and-space/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=62609 Andrius Kubilius, former Prime Minister of Lithuania, has been taken office as the European Union's Commissioner for Defence and Space.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/04/spacewatchgl-search-for-independence-european-prospects-in-the-field-of-solar-weather-monitoring/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:00:33 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=54731 In the last decade, space weather has become the subject of serious consideration in the scientific community and global scientific organizations. Solar activity plays an important role in both space operations and terrestrial infrastructure. Flares, storms, and coronal mass ejections are all manifestations of solar activity that can affect the operation of satellites, navigation, surveillance, radio communications, and other important structures. As a consequence, there is a need for a reliable and independent ecosystem for monitoring and forecasting solar weather. Today, the European space sector faces the challenge of creating infrastructure capable of competing with existing international initiatives.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2024/01/spacewatchgl-opinion-beyond-hegemony-rethinking-partnerships-in-a-multipolar-world/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:00:05 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=53189 In the present era, the global landscape is shifting towards increased multipolarity. The world has been fractured in antagonizing spheres of political and economical hegemony, resulting in both competition and conflict. The Russo-Ukrainian war continues. China is broadening its economical and geopolitical influence through grand-investments and the support of evolving economies. The BRICS have doubled their members and a variety or regional alliances appear to take shape. Europe faces the task of adjusting to the evolving power dynamics.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/12/spacewatchgl-opinion-how-africa-and-europe-may-be-compromising-private-sector-participation-in-the-african-space-industry/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 09:00:32 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52545 Africa, much like the US, Europe, and China, has demonstrated its interest in using space as a means to a societal end. In Africa’s case, the continent has awakened to how space, specifically space science and technology, can assist in addressing Africa’s social and economic challenges. The way the African Space Strategy puts it, Africa needs “an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena." The rapid global development of spatial activities is a nifty representation of the fact that the same awakening happened in other parts of the world way before Africa. This may mean that Africa is late to the party, but perhaps it's more encouraging to see it as Africa being able to learn the best model for space development from other more advanced spacefaring nations.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/space-cafe-radio-euspa-mini-series-ep-02-understanding-galileo-and-egnos/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:00:33 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52492 In this interview, Jean-Marc Piéplu, the EGNOS Exploitation Program Manager at the European GNSS Agency, discusses the role of EU Spine Operating Galileo and EGNOS within the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service. Editor in Chief Emma Gatti and Jean Marc discussed how the European GNSS Service Centre and the Galileo Reference Centres contribute to the provision of the Galileo Service, and the services provided by EUSPA.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/11/space-cafe-radio-the-sins-of-ariane-with-prof-patrizia-caraveo/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:00:07 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=52279 This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/09/esa-works-with-eu-on-secure-connectivity/ Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:00:52 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=51264 The European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Commission have signed an agreement on the 21st of September to use space to help keep information secure. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/07/galileo-project-launches-new-ttc-station/ Mon, 31 Jul 2023 06:00:24 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=50278 The European Space Agency's Galileo Project has launched its new Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C) facility, featuring a 13.5-meter diameter parabola dish on top of a 10-meter-high building structure of steel and concrete. Known as the acronym TTCF-7, the facility is within the premises of Europe’s launch site in Kourou, French Guiana, beside its older sibling TTCF-2.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/07/space-cafe-radio-euspa-ep-01-with-piotr-sitek/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:00:28 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=50239 In this Space Café Radio -  SpaceWatch.Global's Dr. Emma Gatti  spoke with Piotr Sitek,  governmental and new components, security governance officer in the security authority department of EUSPA. This radio episode is part of a joint collaboration between SpaceWatch.Global and EUSPA, the EU Agency for the Space Programme.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/07/euspa-is-organizing-the-eu-space-week-2023/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 06:00:14 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=50256 The European Union Agency for the Space Program (EUSPA), under the auspices of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of European Union, is organizing the 2023 edition of the EU Space Week. The event will hold from 7-9 November 2023, and it will bring together the EU Space community showcasing the latest updates on the EU Space Program. The event is also a unique opportunity to get an up-close look at how European businesses – and society in general – benefit from the EU Space Program.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/07/our-space-cafe-33-minutes-with-josef-aschbacher-european-space-ambitions-esa-agenda-2025-updates-and-goals/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 08:00:08 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=49930 Our Space Café “33 minutes with Josef Aschbacher  – European Space Ambitions – ESA Agenda 2025, updates and goals” took place on the 7th July 2023. Josef Aschbacher earned both his Master’s degree and PhD in natural sciences from the University of Innsbruck. His impressive international career in the space sector spans over 35 years and encompasses work at the European Space Agency (ESA), the European Commission, the Austrian Space Agency, the Asian Institute of Technology, and the University of Innsbruck. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/05/space-cafe-33-minutes-with-dr-gilles-rabin-french-german-space-of-course-i-still-love-you/ Fri, 05 May 2023 14:00:21 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=48504 Our Space Café “33 minutes with Dr Gilles Rabin – French-German Space: Of course, I still love you” took place on Tuesday, 28th March. Gilles is a distinguished economist and space advisor, currently serving at the French Embassy in Berlin. With an impressive career spanning over two decades, he has held key positions in urban planning, economic development, and innovation. His journey began at Bipe Conseil, followed by leadership roles in various urban communities including Nancy, Essone, Greater Lyon, and Nice Metropolis.  Gilles's expertise has been pivotal in advising ministers on decentralisation, SMEs, startups, and research. His tenure as Director of Innovation, Applications, and Science at CNES has further solidified his standing in the space sector.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/03/spacewatchgl-share-incoming-mission-strengthen-defence-security-at-the-5th-cassini-hackathon/ Tue, 07 Mar 2023 16:00:15 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=47046 The global security environment is becoming more contested, complex and interconnected. As armed conflicts and civil wars re-emerge in the EU’s neighbourhood, new and unconventional security threats have emerged or grown stronger. In an increasingly interconnected world, Europe’s security starts at home. European citizens expect and deserve to live in a safe and stable environment.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2023/02/space-cafe-radio-on-tour-in-prague-at-eu-space-week-2022-with-carmen-aguilera/ Sat, 04 Feb 2023 10:00:23 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=46394 In this Space Café Radio - SpaceWatch.Global publisher Torsten Kriening spoke with Carmen Aguilera, Head of Section Operational Market Development at EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme. In this episode, Carmen sits down with Torsten during the EU Space Week 2022 in Prague to talk about the importance and the outcome of the user consultations.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/12/airbus-achieves-key-egnos-milestone/ Tue, 20 Dec 2022 07:00:49 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=45565 Airbus has successfully achieved the System Critical Design Review (CDR) on the EGNOS V3 satellite-based augmentation system. According to the Company, the EGNOS V3 (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service)'s design will add key security features for the most safety-critical applications, such as aircraft navigation and landing. Furthermore, it will provide entirely new services for maritime and land users. EGNOS V3 is the second generation of the overlay system and will improve the performance of GPS and Galileo.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/11/euspa-publishes-its-second-horizon-europe-call/ Mon, 14 Nov 2022 07:00:46 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=44787 The European Union Agency for the Space Program (EUSPA) has published its second Horizon Europe call with a total value of €48.1 million. The goal is to stimulate the development of innovative space downstream applications. As a result, the call will bring forth the added-value EU Space Program data and services, namely Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus.]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/10/euspa-announces-third-annual-myeuspace-competition/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 06:00:49 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=44221 The European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA) has announced the third iteration of its myEUspace competition. The competition challenges innovators to develop game-changing commercial solutions that leverage EU Space data and signals from Galileo, Europe’s Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and/or Copernicus, the European Earth Observation program]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/09/surrey-satellite-technology-signs-hydrognss-contract-with-eecl/ Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:00:37 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=43242 Engineering consultancy EECL, has signed a contract at Space-Comm Expo 2022 with Surrey Satellite Technology (SSTL), to supply low noise amplifiers (LNA) for the front-end receiver of the European Space Agency’s (ESA) HydroGNSS Scout Earth Observation payload, EECL said. ]]> https://spacewatch.global/2022/05/airbus-egnos-v3-passes-initial-service-performance-review/ Wed, 04 May 2022 07:00:36 +0000 https://spacewatch.global/?p=40770 Airbus Defence and Space and its EGNOS V3 system has passed an initial service performance review successfully. The program is managed under a partnership agreement between the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence, Industry and Space, the European Union Agency for the Space Programme and ESA.]]>