Thanks for an incredible #ESAOpenDays2026, Paris!
Our Headquarters opened its doors this weekend to share a glimpse of ESA, our people and Europe’s future in space.
Here are some highlights 👇
📢 Journalists are invited to our ESTEC Open Day in Noordwijk, in the Netherlands, on 27 September.
Meet ESA experts and astronauts, explore the technology behind Europe’s space missions and get a special look behind the scenes.
📝 Accreditation closes 22 September at 17:00
We awarded contracts to @iceye_global and @LDO_Space to study options for the future Earth Observation Governmental Service (EOGS).
The studies will look at how the full system could be designed, from satellites and ground infrastructure to data processing and delivery to users.
Nearly 80 companies are joining the next evolution of IRIS² through our Low-LEO activities, exploring future secure connectivity services and mission concepts for Europe. 🇪🇺🛰️
🔗 esa.int/Applications/C…
Our Celeste mission demonstrates 5G positioning signals from low Earth orbit.
This first-of-its-kind in-orbit demonstration opens the door to future satellites providing both connectivity and positioning services.
Read more: esa.int/Applications/S…
ESA Connectivity and Secure Communications and Thales Alenia Space