A wave of breakthroughs and challenges is shaping the world of science, space, and the environment this week. French satellite company Eutelsat made headlines after sealing a massive $1.15 billion deal with the French government, pushing its shares up by 10%.
Under this agreement, the French military will get top-priority access to OneWeb satellites, ensuring better connectivity and communication security. This deal highlights Eutelsat’s growing role in the defense sector as space technology becomes critical to national interests.
In another exciting development from Europe, aerospace giants Leonardo, Airbus, and Thales are reportedly exploring the creation of a joint space venture called ‘Project Bromo.’ Their bold aim? To compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink and cement Europe’s position in the rapidly growing satellite internet industry. A feasibility study is expected to be completed by the end of July, which could open a new chapter in Europe’s space ambitions.
But not all the news is about technological leaps. In Chile, scientists are raising the alarm over the country’s underwater kelp forests crucial marine ecosystems that face growing threats from industrial mining and the warming of ocean waters caused by climate change. These underwater forests are not just vital for marine biodiversity but also hold promise as sustainable sources of protein for the future. Experts are now calling for urgent measures to protect these delicate ecosystems to ensure both environmental balance and food security in the coming years.
Together, these stories show how human progress in space and technology must balance with care for the planet’s fragile natural systems.