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ESA and European Commission conclude IRIS² negotiations with SpaceRISE consortium, targeting initial launches in 2029

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The European Commission and ESA have concluded negotiations with the SpaceRISE consortium to deploy the IRIS² satellite constellation. Hispasat confirmed Spain’s commitments to serve as ground-segment prime contractor, while the program is targeting initial launches in 2029.

Discovered 2026-08-10T00:50:39.491014-07:00 | 2026-08-10T00:50:39.491014-07:00

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  • The conclusion of negotiations moves IRIS² from procurement discussions toward execution, establishing the SpaceRISE consortium as the program’s industrial partner.
  • Hispasat’s role as ground-segment prime contractor gives Spain a defined position in the constellation’s infrastructure and delivery chain.
  • A 2029 target for initial launches provides a planning milestone for suppliers, launch providers and European connectivity stakeholders.

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