ESA Eyes Investment in Maritime Surveillance, All-electric Sats

摘要

Space-based maritime surveillance and the introduction of Europe's first all-electric satellites into the commercial market are among the top priorities of die European Space Agency's (ESA) telecommunications directorate as it seeks a multiyear financial package later diis year, ESA Telecommunications Director Magali Vaissiere said. Bodi initiatives illustrate the evolution of the 19-nation ESA, which is moving beyond its research and technology background toward a more direct investment in near-term commercial applications.