Caius began as an idea at the 3rd CASSINI Hackathon and has since grown into a rural digitisation startup turning innovation into real-world impact. Founded in 2022, the team built an AI-based mapping system using Galileo trail data and Copernicus imagery to identify road and trail networks.

Are you interested to learn more about the CASSINI Business Accelerator? Join our webinar next week to engage with our programme team and get answers to all your questions! Date: February 17, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CET Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #cassiniEU #EUSpace

2026 #HorizonEU Cluster 1 (Health) info days start today! Planning to apply to Horizon Europe Health calls? Several Q&A sessions will unpack the new topics and expectations in the Work Programme 2026–27. Join online, no registration needed: link.europa.eu/YMC48D

🛰️ EU GOVSATCOM provides resilient satellite communications for public authorities across Europe, even in unpredictable situations. All EU countries can access sovereign, secure communications for government and military use, built, operated, and controlled in Europe.

EUSPA AI Week presentations are now available on our website. You can find them here: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

Since 2016, Galileo Search and Rescue (SAR) has helped save thousands of lives by rapidly detecting and relaying distress signals via satellites and ground stations across Europe. As the EU’s contribution to Cospas-Sarsat, it supports faster response when every second counts.

This week, in Watch This Space, learn about: 🏆Celebrating the 10th CASSINI Hackathon Winners 🚨EU Space Services supporting Emergency Management and Humanitarian Response 🔭Copernicus Image of the Week: Storm Kristin’s Impact Receive weekly updates with EU Space: www.euspa.europa.eu/subscribe-ou...

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games are kicking off today in Italy! But here’s something you might not see on the slopes. Behind the scenes, satellites help track snow, terrain and avalanche risks, and support Search and Rescue when it matters most.

The EU Space Academy is evolving. A fresh new look, an updated course structure, and more lectures and in-person workshops coming soon. Discover what’s new: www.euspa.europa.eu/spaceacademy

On 15/12/2025, Galileo satellite GSAT0205 was decommissioned. GSAT0232 has taken over its position in the constellation and, as of 01/02/2026, is contributing to the nominal service.

New EUSPA Procurement Opportunity Administrative support services to EUSPA • Submission deadline: 16/03/2026 - 17:00 CET For all the details, visit: www.euspa.europa.eu/opportunitie...

Galileo L14 update We’re bringing you the latest updates on the Galileo satellites launched last December, as they continue progressing through the Drift Stop and Fine Positioning Phase.

Based on #EUSST analysis and external information, EU SST confirms that object ZQ-3 R/B has decayed. The estimated re-entry window is 2026-01-30 14:05 UTC ±30 minutes.

EUSPA Industry Days 2026 It’s time to register! Industry Days 2026 will offer a rich, two-day hybrid programme tailored for businesses and organisations looking to engage with the EU Space sector. euspa-idays.eu

#EUSST Operations Centres continue performing analyses and are waiting for confirmation of no-shows. More information will be published soon. Thank you for following our updates.

This week, in Watch This Space, learn about: 🌌 How a CASSINI hackathon idea became an innovative space safety start-up 🛰️ EUSPA & Arianespace deploying two new Galileo satellites 📱 From space to your phone: How GNSS works Receive weekly updates from EU Space: www.euspa.europa.eu/subscribe-ou...

Update: the re-entry window of ZQ-3 R/B has narrowed down to 2026-01-30 11:20 UTC ±48 min. #EUSST contributing sensors keep monitoring the object and Operations Centres are performing analyses. Stay tuned for more updates: www.eusst.eu/newsroom/new...

Update: #EUSST’s latest autonomous predictions show that the re-entry window of object ZQ-3 R/B is 2026-01-30 10:32 UTC ±200 min. We keep observing the object and performing analyses; stay tuned for more updates. Read more: www.eusst.eu/newsroom/new...

#EUSST keeps monitoring object ZQ-3 R/B. Our latest predictions show that the re-entry window is 2026-01-30 11:04:44 UTC ±420 min. Estimations about possible re-entry locations will vary significantly until the last hours. Read more: www.eusst.eu/newsroom/new...

CASSINI Challenges webinar — today at 16:00 CET Tune in live to learn how the CASSINI Challenges support innovative uses of EU space technologies, what to expect from the competition, and how to apply. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/932890...

Copernicus strengthening deforestation and biogenic carbon reporting In collaboration with Inter IKEA Group, EUSPA explored how Copernicus satellite data can support responsible sourcing and greater transparency across global supply chains. www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLS-...

Key takeaways from the #ESC2026 The EU Space Programme’s next steps rest on 4 pillars: -Secure connectivity through GOVSATCOM -Galileo for next-gen mobility -Future Governmental Services -Growing downstream @euspa.bsky.social is here to ensure these services are operational, trusted & widely used.

Update on #EUSST ’s monitoring of object ZQ-3 R/B: the re-entry window has narrowed down to 2026-01-30 08:42:34 UTC ±582 min. The below figure shows the latest ground track map for the re-entry window. Find more details here: www.eusst.eu/newsroom/new...

#EUSST is monitoring the re-entry of object ZQ-3 R/B (2025-282A #66877), a 2-stage launch vehicle that could have a dummy payload attached to its second stage. EU SST contributing sensors are observing the object to narrow down the re-entry window. More updates will follow soon.

EUSPA has signed a new launch contract with ARIANESPACE for the deployment of the second pair of Galileo Second Generation satellites (Galileo L18), to be launched aboard Ariane 6 under the delegation of the European Commission, strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy.

Galileo update After their launch in December, Galileo satellites 33 and 34 are now entering the Drift Stop and Fine Positioning phase. From 27 January to 10 February, the satellites will be allocated to their final positions in orbit, a key milestone toward the in-orbit validation phase.

Join us on 27–28 January at the Square Convention Centre in Brussels for the 18th European Space Conference, a key forum for high-level discussions on Europe’s space and defence priorities, national space strategies, and the future of the EU Space Programme. Find out more: spaceconference.eu

Interested in the CASSINI Challenges 2026? Join our information webinar on 29 January to learn how this annual competition supports innovative uses of EU Space technologies. Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/932890...

The 19th session of the EUSPA Administrative Board, and the first of 2026, has concluded, highlighting key decisions and updates. EUSPA and its EU Member States maintain a strong partnership built on collaboration and shared objectives. @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social

This week, in Watch This Space, learn about: 🤝 EUSPA welcomes the Cyprus Presidency! 📍 Reliable positioning, even during solar storms 🌧️ Predicting flood risk with 78% accuracy Receive weekly updates from EU Space: www.euspa.europa.eu/subscribe-ou...

From enhancing Europe’s security to strengthening its competitiveness and supporting inclusivity, #EUSpace will play a key role in supporting the priorities set by the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026. www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

Wrapping up an inspiring EUSPA AI Week. The week had it all: from AI foundation models and embeddings to EU space data in crisis management, and space downstream AI tools improving transport, forests, and coastal management, delivering solutions for businesses, municipalities, and governments.

EUSPA AI Week – Day 5 AI for municipal and industry applications. Tune in live from 10:00 AM Registration: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

On 20–21 January, EUSPA hosted a dedicated workshop that brought together Copernicus Entrusted Entities to implement common security requirements, strengthening risk management and ensuring secure, resilient Earth observation services for Europe.

Calling All #EUSpace Entrepreneurs Batch 7 of the CASSINI Business Accelerator is now open for applications, with the deadline on March 6, 2026! More information: cassiniba.typeform.com/apply-light #EUSpace #cassiniEU

EUSPA AI Week – Day 4 Today’s topic: AI in mobility We're starting at 10:00 AM. Registration and agenda: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

EUSPA AI Week – Day 3 Today’s topic: AI enabling practical environmental tools. Tune in live from 10:00 AM Registration: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

EUSPA AI Week – Day 2 Today’s focus: AI for crisis management. Tune in live from 10:00 AM Registration: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

This morning, Thomas Brunschwiler (IBM), for Embed2Scale, contributed to the kick‑off of EUSPA AI Week, in a session focused on AI applications across the space downstream sector. Follow @euspa.bsky.social for updates on AI’s potential to enable and transform the space downstream market.

EUSPA AI Week – Day 1 Today we kick off EUSPA AI Week with a session on Advancing AI in space downstream applications. Tune in live from 10:00 AM Registration: www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve... @ec.europa.eu @embed2scale.bsky.social

This week, in Watch This Space, learn about: ⛰️ EU Space data supporting landslide monitoring in Slovenia ℹ️ OSNMA Info Day - live demos, discussions, and so much more! 🤖 EUSPA AI Week agenda is live! Choose your session. Receive weekly updates from EU Space: www.euspa.europa.eu/subscribe-ou...

EUSPA AI Week is starting on Monday! Check the agenda, choose your session, and register for the online broadcast. www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

On 20-23 January, we’re heading north to the 8th Winter Satellite Workshop in Helsinki, the leading New Space event in the Nordics and Baltics, bringing together over 1,000 space actors from across the sector. spaceworkshop.fi

Join the #SUNSHINE webinar on 20 January! The afternoon session will put the spotlight on Galileo services and their contribution to safety-critical and emergency applications. 20 January 09:30–17:00 CET Register: civil-protection-knowledge-network.europa.eu/events/sunsh...

A milestone worth revisiting. The first Galileo launch on Ariane 6 successfully delivered two new satellites to orbit. Take a look back at the launch. www.youtube.com/watch?v=14me...

#ThisWeek 20 years ago! 12 January 2006, the #Galileo GIOVE-A navigation satellite transmitted the first Galileo signals from medium Earth orbit 🛰️ @esa.int @navigation.esa.int @euspa.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu

EUSPA is currently offering several grant opportunities. If you're interested in contributing to EU Space initiatives, here are some key opportunities available:

Galileo OSNMA Info Day On 25 February 2026, join the first Galileo OSNMA Info Day, bringing together the user community, industry stakeholders, application developers, and international experts to explore the latest updates on Galileo Open Service Navigation Message Authentication (OSNMA).

We love hearing about the real impact of the EU Space Academy. Participant Leonardo Gabrielli shares how the courses helped him connect policy, technology and entrepreneurship across Europe’s space and security ecosystem. Make this your reality too: www.euspa.europa.eu/spaceacademy

EUSPA AI Week is almost here In just one week, EUSPA AI Week kicks off, bringing together innovative projects exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping the space downstream sector.