At the ESA Ministerial Council Conference, the ERS program was opened up for joint civil and military earth observation. The states now have one year to make their decision on the multi-billion euro project.
By Ralf Nestler
The majority of ESA programs remain in the civil sector. However, many capabilities in space are dual-use.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
The EU Space Act is intended to create a uniform legal framework for space travel in Europe. This also has consequences for the ESA, which is not an EU organization. ESA, DLR and BDLI warn of overlaps and too much bureaucracy.
By Corinna Visser
