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EU prosecutors secure convictions in Galileo satellite-navigation receiver fraud case

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Two Belarusian nationals and a Lithuanian company they controlled were convicted of fraudulently obtaining European Union funding to develop high-precision satellite-navigation receivers. The case highlights legal and oversight risks surrounding publicly funded European space-technology development and procurement.

Discovered 2026-09-09T15:00:42.898748-07:00 | 2026-09-09T15:00:42.898748-07:00

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  • The convictions identify fraud risks in EU-funded satellite-navigation technology programs, including the development of high-precision receivers.
  • The case reinforces the importance of funding controls, due diligence and compliance checks for companies participating in European space projects.
  • The involvement of Belarusian nationals and a Lithuanian company adds a cross-border enforcement dimension to Europe’s satellite-technology ecosystem.

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