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Australia counters ESA’s offer for ISS mission seat for astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg

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Australia has submitted a counteroffer to the European Space Agency over the cost of sending astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg on a mission to the International Space Station. The proposed funding has drawn domestic criticism, with the government accused of haggling over the price of the historic mission.

Discovered 2026-10-26T04:04:42.752366-07:00 | 2026-10-26T04:04:42.752366-07:00

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  • The counteroffer puts the cost and terms of Australia’s participation in an ISS mission under negotiation with ESA; the articles do not specify the amount proposed by either side.
  • The dispute shows how national astronaut participation can hinge on government funding decisions and agreements with international partners.

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