ispace-Europe has completed the Mission Definition Review for the ESA-backed MAGPIE mission and is progressing toward a targeted 2028 launch to the Moon’s south pole. MAGPIE will prospect for lunar ice to support in‑situ resource utilization and future exploration activities.
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Completion of the Mission Definition Review keeps the ESA-backed MAGPIE mission on track for a 2028 lunar south‑pole launch to prospect for water ice; this follows ispace’s recent investigation that identified a laser rangefinder hardware failure and drove sensor upgrades now central to mission readiness.
MAGPIE’s prospecting directly supports in‑situ resource utilization planning and informs logistics for sustained lunar activity, including operations tied to the Artemis south‑pole effort such as next‑generation lunar spacesuit and EVA preparations.
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• Douglas Gorman
ispace-EUROPE completes Mission Definition Review for ESA-backed MAGPIE mission • Satellite Evolution