Copernical Team
ESA brings quantum computing to Earth observation
The European Space Agency has installed its first quantum computer, called Bell-1, at its Earth observation centre in Italy. The move marks a significant step in exploring how quantum technology could be merged with classical high-performance computing to improve the speed and efficiency of processing huge amounts of satellite data.
Replay of the online media briefing on the total solar eclipse
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ESA experts explain the science of eclipses, including visibility and key opportunities for scientific observation.
MTG-S1 commissioned and in position for weather forecasting
One year after launch, the first Meteosat Third Generation Sounder satellite, MTG-S1, is now commissioned and has been placed in its operational position in geostationary orbit at 0° longitude, and is now ready to deliver vital data to strengthen weather forecasting across Europe.
Metallic waves on ancient Mars
The European Space Agency’s Mars Express has spotted a swathe of metallic-looking waves filling Mars’s large Kaiser Crater – an ancient and otherworldly dune field sculpted by wind.
Artemis II astronauts visit ESA
Yesterday, the four Artemis II astronauts visited ESA’s technical site in the Netherlands, where they met the team behind the European Service Module that powered their Orion spacecraft around the Moon and safely back to Earth.
ESA and Poland to establish a new civil security and resilience centre in Warsaw
The European Space Agency (ESA) and the Republic of Poland have announced that a new ESA centre focusing on civil security and resilience will be located in Warsaw, supporting the efficient and coordinated development of European capabilities in these strategically important fields.
ESA releases 2026 Space Economy Report
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) newly released Space Economy Report gives a comprehensive overview of the latest developments shaping Europe's space sector.
MTG-S1 enters service for weather forecasting
One year after launch, the first Meteosat Third Generation Sounder satellite, MTG-S1, has completed commissioning with flying colours, been placed in its operational position in geostationary orbit and is now delivering vital data to strengthen weather forecasting across Europe.
AMAT: charting ESA’s path through the Solar System
Every space mission starts with a question: how do we get there? At ESA, Advanced Mission Analysis Tools (AMAT) is helping mission analysts answer it, providing a modern, flexible environment for designing complex trajectories from Earth orbit to deep space.
ESA welcomes new UK space and defence gateway
His Majesty King Charles III visited the UK’s largest space cluster on 10 July to launch a new initiative designed to shape the future of the space and defence economy.
