Commission and SpaceRISE finalize IRIS² constellation: 348 satellites, €15.6B+, launches 2029

European Commission/IRIS² Satellite Constellation

Commission and SpaceRISE (Eutelsat, SES, Hispasat) finalized IRIS² implementation agreement on 6 August. Core constellation: 348 satellites (330 LEO + 18 MEO). Optional 66 additional satellites add defence and security capacity. Hispasat contracted for ground segment at €1.6B+. First launches 2029; full service 2031.