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Creotech Instruments Secures New Agreement with ESA for Space Debris Monitoring Mission

COMPANIESCreotech Instruments Secures New Agreement with ESA for Space Debris Monitoring Mission

Creotech Instruments S.A., the largest Polish space company listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, has signed another agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA). This collaboration involves the Space Based Observations Mission (SBOM) project, aiming to develop a concept for a space mission dedicated to monitoring space debris in Earth’s orbit. The project includes plans to launch a satellite into low Earth orbit (LEO) in 2028. The initial 0-A phase of the project, led by Creotech Instruments in partnership with Sybilla Technologies, is valued at €125,000, with over €100,000 allocated to Creotech. The work will begin in January 2025 and is expected to last 12 months.

“As part of this innovative endeavor, Creotech is responsible for designing a mission to monitor space debris based on our proprietary HyperSat platform. After completing the initial phase, we plan further discussions with ESA regarding subsequent project stages, including the satellite’s implementation,” said Grzegorz Brona, CEO of Creotech Instruments S.A.

Space-Based Observations Mission (SBOM): Goals and Technology

The SBOM mission focuses on observing space debris in Earth’s orbit using an optical telescope mounted on a small satellite. Its primary goal is to identify millimeter-sized objects in low Earth orbit (LEO) and meter-sized objects in geostationary orbit (GEO). This data will enable precise assessments of the risks posed by the increasing amount of space debris. The project will enhance ground-based observational capabilities and continue the objectives of ESA’s VISDOMS mission under the Space Safety Programme (S2P).

Strengthening Poland’s Position in Space Technologies

The SBOM project represents another milestone in Creotech Instruments’ growing collaboration with the European Space Agency and further cements Poland’s position on the global space technology map. By advancing innovative solutions to critical challenges such as space debris, the mission underscores Poland’s expanding role in international space exploration and safety.

Source: Manager Plus

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