Open Cosmos: Strategic expansion in satellite communications

Open Cosmos acquired the rights to use high-frequency radio spectrum in the Ka band from Liechtenstein expanding into satellite communications, in addition to earth observation services.

Open Cosmos also operates a microsatellite production unit in Greece, with Open Cosmos Aegean, which participates in the parent company’s programs, including the new activity.

Open Cosmos Aegean is also implementing part of the Greek National Microsatellite Program, building a cluster of 7 cutting-edge microsatellites, with funding from the Ministry of Digital Governance through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan and the support of the European Space Agency (ESA).

These seven satellites will be interconnected and equipped with built-in artificial intelligence capabilities, allowing for the near real-time transmission of information directly from space to Earth.

The project includes in particular the construction, launch and operation of 2 microsatellites with very high resolution cameras for mapping images with a resolution of less than one meter and 5 microsatellites equipped with high-resolution multispectral and hyperspectral data systems, Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) imaging, Internet of Things (IoT) receivers and automatic identification systems (AIS).

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As highlighted in the relevant announcement, the award of the rights to use high-frequency radio spectrum in the Ka band by Liechtenstein to Open Cosmos marks a decisive step for Europe and the world in diversifying options in critical infrastructure, for space sovereignty and digital resilience.

The program is rapidly entering the implementation phase, as the first two telecommunications satellites are set to be launched in the first quarter of 2026. They were built at Open Cosmos’ headquarters in Harwell, Oxford, with teams from Spain, Portugal and Greece contributing to the program.