Tag: Space Cooperation
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Russia Launches Three Iranian Satellites in Second Joint Mission
Overview of the Launch In a development that underscores closer space cooperation between Russia and Iran, state media reported that a Russian rocket successfully placed three Iranian communications satellites into orbit. The launch, described by Iranian officials as the second joint mission since July, aims to bolster Iran’s satellite communications capabilities while signaling Moscow’s willingness…
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China Reaches NASA to Prevent Satellite Collision: Breakthrough in Space Traffic Management
Historic Outreach Signals a New Era in Space Traffic Management In a move that could reshape how nations manage the crowded orbital commons, China has initiated contact with NASA to coordinate a preventive satellite maneuver aimed at avoiding a potential collision. This unprecedented outreach marks a milestone in international cooperation for space traffic management (STM),…
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ESA Opens Permanent Tokyo Presence to Deepen Europe-Japan Space Partnership
ESA Establishes a Permanent Presence in Tokyo to Strengthen Europe-Japan Space Partnership In a decisive move to deepen bilateral cooperation, the European Space Agency (ESA) announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Tokyo. The announcement, delivered by ESA’s Director of Strategy, Legal and External Matters, Eric Morel de Westgaver, came during Nihonbashi Space Week…
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ESA inaugurates New Norcia 3: Australia’s new deep-space link
ESA inaugurates New Norcia 3, a milestone in deep-space communication The European Space Agency (ESA) marked a significant expansion of its deep-space communication network with the inauguration of the New Norcia 3 antenna in Western Australia. Located in New Norcia, about 115 kilometres north of Perth, the facility is set to meet rapidly growing data-download…
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ESA Opens New Deep Space Antenna in New Norcia, Boosting Australia’s Role in Cosmic Exploration
New Norcia Launches a Global Deep Space Hub The European Space Agency (ESA) marked a milestone on a quiet Western Australian road when it officially opened New Norcia 3 (NNO-3), the agency’s second deep space antenna at the site and its fourth such facility worldwide. Nestled in New Norcia, a tiny town known for its…