Metop-SG Aspot

EUMETSAT assumes control of inaugural Metop Second Generation satellite

The Metop Second Generation A1 satellite has been successfully launched from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou

Metop-SG Aspot

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Into orbit

Metop Second Generation A1 takes to the skies.

Metop Second Generation A1 satellite due to lift off at 02:37 CEST on the morning of 13 August

First satellite of the Metop Second Generation series is launching – watch it live!

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EUMETSAT Council gives authorisation to proceed with limited EPS-Sterna activities

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