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European Commission approves IRIS2 upgrade with SpaceRISE and ESA backing
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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Commission approved an upgrade to the IRIS2 satellite project with SpaceRISE and European Space Agency support, adding 66 satellites to expand the network to 348. This aims to significantly strengthen secure government communications across the European Union.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space, and 8 sources have reported it between 7 Aug 2026 and 8 Aug 2026.
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European government connectivity just got a major upgrade, opening immediate opportunities if you build or supply satellite communication tech. Your chance to tap into an expanding secure network is now tangible.
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8 sources · first reported 7 Aug 2026 · latest 8 Aug 2026
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