Satellite   Europe   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization  
Space Intel Report • Peter B de Selding

EU’s Iris2 secure multi‑orbit satcom eyed for initial service in 2029, full capability by 2032; final decision due in April

Iris2, a European government–industry multi‑orbit secure communications constellation, is targeted to begin initial service in 2029 with full capability by 2032. A final go/no‑go decision on the programme is scheduled for April, setting the timetable for procurement, industry ramp and launches.

2026-02-09T04:19:35.325408-08:00
Supply Chain   Europe   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization   Defense Policy  
SpaceWatch Global • Niels Buus

Europe’s 'Delivery Test': DDAC 2026 Signals a Shift but Leaves Questions on Speed, Integration and Sovereignty

By SpaceWatch Global: DDAC 2026 marked a decisive shift - but the hard questions about speed, integration, and sovereignty remain unanswered.

2026-02-09T03:54:01.772087-08:00
Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
Reuters

Elon Musk says SpaceX will prioritise building a 'self‑growing' lunar city within 10 years

By Reuters: Elon Musk said on Sunday that SpaceX has shifted its focus to building a "self‑growing city" on the moon, which could be achieved in less than 10 years.

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2026-02-08T15:59:33.293582-08:00