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How Strategic is Space for Europe? A Potential Airbus-Thales Space Merger Could Have the Answer.: In August, 2022, less than six months after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Atlantic Council’s David T. Burbach proposed that the conflict was the first ‘two-sided space war.’ He described how Ukraine, having no indigenous space capacity, had made effective use of space-based communications, surveillance and reconnaissance from providers based in the United States and […] The post How Strategic is Space for Europe? A Potential Airbus-Thales Space Merger Could Have the Answer. appeared first on Via Satellite. #neuco #satellite

This chart highlights the "constraint" scores of top space contractors, where lower scores indicate more diverse and valuable partnership networks. Companies like Airbus and Thales Alenia Space, with lower constraint scores, are positioned to access unique resources and information from a broader partnership network. Those with higher scores, such as Sierra Space and Raytheon, may face limitations due to more redundant connections within their networks. A refreshed dataset with data from over 20,000 press releases and news articles covering nearly 5,000 organizations in the global space industry has recently been published to Polaris Intelligence: https://lnkd.in/eJKRcKCN

Airbus and Thales have held exploratory talks about merging some of their space activities in what could prove a key test of Europe’s appetite for consolidation in an increasingly competitive and strategic sector. The talks, which remain at an early stage, are focused on the companies’ satellite activities, according to two people familiar with the situation. Thales’ space business, Thales Alenia Space, and Airbus are Europe’s largest manufacturers of satellites for communication, navigation and surveillance. Leonardo, Italy’s defence champion, holds a 33 per cent stake in Thales Alenia. The aim, said one of the people, would be to create a pan-European alliance in space similar to that of MBDA, the region’s missile champion. MBDA’s successful cross-border manufacturing and one-company ethos has been held up as a model for the type of defence industry collaboration needed for Europe in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Airbus and Thales have held exploratory talks about merging some of their space activities in what could prove a key test of Europe’s appetite for consolidation in an increasingly competitive and strategic sector. The talks, which remain at an early stage, are focused on the companies’ satellite activities, according to two people familiar with the situation. Thales’ space business, Thales Alenia Space, and Airbus are Europe’s largest manufacturers of satellites for communication, navigation and surveillance. Leonardo, Italy’s defence champion, holds a 33 per cent stake in Thales Alenia. The aim, said one of the people, would be to create a pan-European alliance in space similar to that of MBDA, the region’s missile champion. MBDA’s successful cross-border manufacturing and one-company ethos has been held up as a model for the type of defence industry collaboration needed for Europe in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Airbus and Thales Explore Space Business Merger Airbus and Thales are in early talks about merging their satellite activities, potentially forming a pan-European space alliance similar to MBDA.  Key Points: 🔹Focus on Satellite Activities: The merger discussions are centres on satellite activities of Thales Alenia Space and Airbus, Europe's largest manufacturers of satellites for communication, navigation, and surveillance. -Strategic Importance:This consolidation aims to create a unified European space entity, highlighting the strategic importance of space for national security, especially after the Ukraine conflict. 🔹Regulatory Challenges: Approval is required from French, German, and Italian governments, as well as the European Commission. The volatile political situation in France adds complexity. 🔹Market Pressures:  - Airbus will record a €900mn charge due to declining demand for large geostationary satellites.  - Thales plans to cut 1,300 jobs, reflecting reduced demand for telecom satellites. 🔹Competition: The market shift towards smaller, cheaper satellites in low Earth orbit is driven by companies like Elon Musk’s Starlink, which operates the world's largest constellation of broadband satellites. 🔹Previous Attempts: Similar tie-ups were explored previously, notably in 2019, indicating ongoing interest despite challenges. Full story: [Financial Times](https://lnkd.in/eZ7-RqEB) #Aerospace #Satellite #EuropeanUnion #Airbus #Thales #SpaceIndustry #Defense #Technology

🚀 Our Pacis 3 partnership project with Hisdesat Servicios Estratégicos recently took another significant step forward as we approach antennas launch on board SpainSat NG satellite, scheduled for launch later this year. 🛰 Four Loop Heat Pipe Sub-Assemblies were delivered and integrated at Airbus Defence and Space premises in Toulouse, France. The reconfigurable, active antennas will provide secure communications for governmental users. 🤝 We're looking forward to seeing things take shape as we edge closer to launch, alongside our project partners ARQUIMEA, Airbus Defence and Space, and supported by CDTI Innovación - Centro para el Desarrollo Tecnológico y la Innovación (Spain's Centre for the Development of Industrial Technology - CDTI). Click the article to find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/etb6A5XB #securecommunications #antenna #telecommunications #satellite #launch #satcom #satellitecommunications #space #integration #spainsat #hisdesat #airbus #arquimea #spain #esa #europeanspaceagency #partner #partnership #project #europe

Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) has completed the sale of OneWeb’s 50% share in the Airbus OneWeb Satellites joint venture. The stake in the Florida-based business, which built the satellites for the OneWeb First Generation constellation, is being acquired by co-owner, Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. The agreement reflects Eutelsat Group’s ongoing management of its assets with a view to optimizing and monetizing its portfolio as part of its debt reduction efforts. Massimiliano Ladovaz of Eutelsat Group said: “We are proud to have partnered with Airbus in this joint venture which has assured the successful build of OneWeb’s First Generation constellation, and we are confident the business will continue to thrive by addressing the growing demand for small sats, with a best-in-class, competitive offer. Looking ahead, Eutelsat Group will benefit from being able to call on a more diversified range of suppliers for its future in-orbit needs, including Airbus which remains one of our most trusted partners.” Read More... https://lnkd.in/d7yidYpX

Commercially funded satellite investment, government R&D funding for space technology, and expanding ground infrastructure are among key themes accelerating the development of tangible opportunities for M&A buyers in the space sector. The latest article from our Aerospace, Defense & Government Services Group shares near-term trends M&A investors should be watching.

Commercially funded satellite investment, government R&D funding for space technology, and expanding ground infrastructure are among key themes accelerating the development of tangible opportunities for M&A buyers in the space sector. The latest article from our Aerospace, Defense & Government Services Group shares near-term trends M&A investors should be watching.

Airbus to cut up to 2,500 jobs amid space segment losses: The restructuring aims to correct imbalances and restore financial stability to Airbus' defense and space division The post Airbus to cut up to 2,500 jobs amid space segment losses appeared first on SpaceNews. #neuco