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Europe’s space economy grows on defense-led spending: 2025 outlays rise 12% to €13.5B

A July 13 ESA report says European government space spending will climb 12% to €13.5 billion in 2025, reversing a 3% global decline. The uptick is attributed to higher national defense budgets, underscoring defense demand as a key driver of space investment.

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2026-07-13T15:30:55.758959-07:00

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EASA appoints technical advisor to support investigation of Ryanair window incident

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2026-07-13T10:15:47.626957-07:00

SpaceNews.com

ESA to open new Warsaw center focused on civil security and resilience, with Poland ramping up space investment

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2026-07-13T12:28:57.856888-07:00

European Spaceflight

Netherlands formalizes mandate for new space agency: objectives, governance and funding framework set

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2026-07-13T11:24:47.207519-07:00

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Europe’s space economy grows on defense-led spending: 2025 outlays rise 12% to €13.5B A July 13 ESA report says European government space spending will climb 12% to €13.5 billion in 2025, reversing a 3% global decline. The uptick is attributed to higher national defense budgets, underscoring defense demand as a key driver of space investment.

2026-07-13T15:30:55.758959-07:00

Europe’s space economy grows on defense-led spending: 2025 outlays rise 12% to €13.5B

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ESA to open new Warsaw center focused on civil security and resilience, with Poland ramping up space investment Poland will host the first ESA center located in an eastern flank member state. The initiative—announced by Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Andrzej Domański, and ESA DG Josef Aschbacher—targets civil security and resilience to help coordinate development of European capabilities amid a worsening geopolitical context.

2026-07-13T12:28:57.856888-07:00

ESA to open new Warsaw center focused on civil security and resilience, with Poland ramping up space investment

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ESA and Poland announce civil security & resilience centre in Warsaw, expanding Europe’s Eastern Flank capabilities The European Space Agency (ESA) and the Republic of Poland will establish a new ESA centre for civil security and resilience in Warsaw. ESA says the location will significantly expand its presence in the security domain and strengthen Europe’s capabilities on the continent’s Eastern Flank through more efficient, coordinated development.

2026-07-13T12:28:57.856888-07:00

ESA and Poland announce civil security & resilience centre in Warsaw, expanding Europe’s Eastern Flank capabilities

European Spaceflight

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Netherlands formalizes mandate for new space agency: objectives, governance and funding framework set The Netherlands has formalised the mandate for its new space agency, defining its objectives, governance structure and funding model. The move establishes how the agency will operate and be financed, setting the institutional basis for Dutch space policy execution going forward.

2026-07-13T11:24:47.207519-07:00

Netherlands formalizes mandate for new space agency: objectives, governance and funding framework set

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EASA appoints technical advisor to support investigation of Ryanair window incident EASA says it has appointed a technical advisor to investigate an incident on a Ryanair-operated flight in which a passenger was partially sucked through a dislodged window. The move underscores the agency’s role in coordinating technical expertise around cabin safety events.

2026-07-13T10:15:47.626957-07:00

EASA appoints technical advisor to support investigation of Ryanair window incident

FlightGlobal

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Tecnam proposes new Italian regional airline to launch P2012 commuter services via Altair Italian airframer Tecnam says it wants to use an ownership-driven airline offshoot to accelerate regional air mobility (RAM) in the country. The proposal centers on operating a Tecnam P2012 commuter-configured piston-twin through Altair, positioning the aircraft and airline under the same corporate umbrella.

2026-07-13T08:29:07.613973-07:00

Tecnam proposes new Italian regional airline to launch P2012 commuter services via Altair

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Europe’s jet fuel reserves fall to under one month amid Middle East supply-route risk Reuters reports Europe’s aviation fuel reserves have hit the lowest levels among major markets, with less than a month of supply available. Rising tensions and the end of a fragile ceasefire with Iran increase the risk of disruptions to import routes from the US and Asia via the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-07-13T05:15:01.297750-07:00

Europe’s jet fuel reserves fall to under one month amid Middle East supply-route risk

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Air Europa launches new strategic plan targeting A350 deliveries by YE28 Air Europa has begun a new strategic plan that includes bringing the Airbus A350 into service by YE28. The move signals a near-term fleet modernization commitment within the carrier’s broader network and capacity planning framework.

2026-07-13T05:13:55.183016-07:00

Air Europa launches new strategic plan targeting A350 deliveries by YE28