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Commission and SpaceRISE consortium conclude negotiations to expand IRIS² satellite ...
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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Commission and the SpaceRISE consortium have finalized an agreement to expand the IRIS² satellite constellation, adding 66 satellites to reach a total of 348 and targeting initial launches by 2029. This marks a shift from planning to full-scale deployment with commitments from European manufacturers.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 15 sources have reported it between 7 Aug 2026 and 8 Aug 2026.
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Europe’s satellite internet build is accelerating with 66 new satellites added to IRIS². If you supply satellite tech or connectivity services, new contract opportunities are now closer with this clear deployment roadmap.
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15 sources · first reported 7 Aug 2026 · latest 8 Aug 2026
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