The United Kingdom (UK) has announced its intention to join the Atlantic Constellation alongside Portugal and Spain. This commitment involves the development and launch of a pioneering pathfinder satellite, constructed by a UK-based company, to enhance the innovative Earth and coastal monitoring network within the constellation. Unveiled on the inaugural day of the UK Space Conference in Belfast on November 21, 2023, this initiative aims to augment the UK’s national proficiency in Earth observation technology. The project aligns with the UK’s contributions to the EU Copernicus program, European Space Agency, and various bilateral missions. To materialize this endeavor, the UK…
UK Commits £3 Million to Join Atlantic Constellation with New Earth Observation Satellite

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