Italy’s IRIDE programme marks major step with first satellite constellation

A major leap forward in Italy’s space endeavors arrives with the deployment of its first satellite constellation under the IRIDE programme. This milestone, achieved in close collaboration with ESA, enhances the nation’s Earth observation capabilities by offering advanced monitoring of environmental and climatic conditions from orbit. The new constellation is set to strengthen data accuracy for weather forecasting, disaster management, and security applications, marking an important step in Italy’s ambition to remain at the forefront of innovative space technology. More

(Source: European Space Agency - Jun 25)