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The latest space news with a specific focus on space observation, space technology, space exploration, and the management of space debris.

ESA and ClearSpace’s PRELUDE mission boosts active debris removal and space sustainability

The PRELUDE mission by ESA and ClearSpace tests advanced technologies for active debris removal and sustainable space operations.

Astroscale UK wins £350,000 ESA contract to transform in-orbit servicing and combat space debris

Astroscale UK leads ESA’s IRUS project, pioneering future in-orbit servicing to repair, upgrade, and extend satellites in space.

Westcott Space Hub opens to boost UK space innovation

The £20m Westcott Space Hub provides cutting-edge facilities to help space businesses grow and create up to 300 jobs.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global targets designed to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Our latest space news includes updates from organisations looking to tackle Goal 13.

Climate Action - UN SDG Goal 13

Mars’s surface may be similar to Earth’s original crust

Researchers have found that Mars’s surface may be more complex and evolved than previously thought, due to a recent chemical discovery.

Unusual feature of Earth’s magnetic field could explain how our planet was formed

Scientists say that due resilience of Earth's magnetic field, researchers must consider it a factor in Earth-Moon formation.

Potentially hazardous near-Earth asteroid detected

Astronomers have detected the largest, potentially hazardous near-Earth asteroid to be discovered in the last eight years.

What can seismic waves reveal about Mars’ crust?

Using the NASA InSight mission’s seismometer, a research team have witnessed seismic waves travelling along Mars’ surface for the first time.

Fresh meteorite impact craters discovered on Mars 

The largest fresh meteorite impact craters have been discovered on Mars since NASA began scouring the planet for them 16 years ago.

NASA-funded rocket engine project propels space travel to new heights

A $50,000 NASA-funded project will pioneer the fastest rocket engine to date, an advancement that will revolutionise future space missions.

Have astronomers discovered the lightest-ever neutron star?

Using X-ray telescopes in space, astronomers have discovered a potential neutron star nestled in the centre of a supernova remnant.

Ancient bacteria have the potential to survive on Mars’ harsh surface

The study of ancient bacteria from Mars indicates that when buried just below the planet's surface, it can survive for millions of years.

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The latest earth observation news from around the globe.

Talking dirty: Cost-effective soil property maps to empower the next generation of agricultural precision

SQAT uses smart farming technologies to reveal soil health, helping farmers cut costs, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact.

Pinpoint resilience: How RSS-Hydro is democratising disaster intelligence

RSS-Hydro is improving access to real-time geospatial data through innovative services to enhance public safety and disaster management.

MANTIS: A small satellite with outsized impact

The MANTIS mission delivered high-resolution imagery and AI insights for the energy, mining, and environmental sectors.

ESA News

The latest news from the European Space Agency.

Sentinel-6B satellite takes to space to track sea-level rise

Sentinel-6B launches into orbit to monitor sea-level rise, providing critical data to track ocean changes and protect coastal communities.

ESA’s Strategy 2040: A dream for Europe

Heriberto Saldivar, Head of Strategy at ESA, introduces the European Space Agency’s Strategy 2040 and how it will build the future of space.

ESA’s Plato spacecraft completed: Set to hunt for Earth-like planets

ESA has officially completed the construction of its latest deep-space observatory, Plato, a crucial step to discover Earth-like planets.

ESA launches €50M quantum communications mission with Thales Alenia Space

ESA has taken a significant step in advancing quantum communications, signing a €50m contract with aerospace giant Thales Alenia Space.

Space Exploration News

The latest space exploration news from around the globe.

Portugal joins global space exploration efforts by signing Artemis Accords

Portugal has officially joined a growing list of nations committed to advancing responsible space exploration by signing the Artemis Accords.

Astronomers discover ancient “dead galaxy” starved by its supermassive black hole

Astronomers have identified an ancient dead galaxy, revealing how a supermassive black hole starved it of the gas needed to form new stars.

Europa Clipper reveals unique observations of an interstellar comet

The Europa Clipper had a unique view of an interstellar comet when Mars and Earth-based observations were impractical or impossible.

How solar sails and photonic propulsion could transform interstellar exploration

Discover why solar sails and photonic propulsion represent significant advancements in the field of space exploration.

Space Technology News

The latest space technology news from organisations looking to explore space.

ESA and ClearSpace’s PRELUDE mission boosts active debris removal and space sustainability

The PRELUDE mission by ESA and ClearSpace tests advanced technologies for active debris removal and sustainable space operations.

Astroscale UK wins £350,000 ESA contract to transform in-orbit servicing and combat space debris

Astroscale UK leads ESA’s IRUS project, pioneering future in-orbit servicing to repair, upgrade, and extend satellites in space.

Westcott Space Hub opens to boost UK space innovation

The £20m Westcott Space Hub provides cutting-edge facilities to help space businesses grow and create up to 300 jobs.

UK astronomers discover mysterious iron bar inside the iconic Ring Nebula

Astronomers uncover a mysterious bar-shaped cloud of iron hidden inside the iconic Ring Nebula, revealing new clues of stellar evolution.

Space Debris News

The latest space debris news looking at the management of space waste.

ESA and ClearSpace’s PRELUDE mission boosts active debris removal and space sustainability

The PRELUDE mission by ESA and ClearSpace tests advanced technologies for active debris removal and sustainable space operations.

Astroscale UK wins £350,000 ESA contract to transform in-orbit servicing and combat space debris

Astroscale UK leads ESA’s IRUS project, pioneering future in-orbit servicing to repair, upgrade, and extend satellites in space.

Portugal joins global space exploration efforts by signing Artemis Accords

Portugal has officially joined a growing list of nations committed to advancing responsible space exploration by signing the Artemis Accords.

Why space debris demands global action

How governments, space agencies and private companies worldwide are working together to track, reduce and remove dangerous space debris.