EUMETSAT operates a fleet of meteorological satellites and their related ground systems to deliver reliable and cost-efficient data, images and products. These in turn service requirements for weather and climate monitoring primarily of national meteorological services in the Member- and Cooperating States.

Currently the system includes two generations of geostationary Meteosat satellites whose global overview is complemented by the detailed observations provided by the polar orbiting Metop satellite and the marine observer, Jason-2, a joint project of space agencies in Europe and the United States.

Satellite Programmes Overview

The following table provides an overview of the operational, future and "retired" satellites in the EUMETSAT fleet.

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	Future
	Launch Preparations
	Commissioning
	Operational
	Out of service

	Image of Spacecraft		Name & Orbit		Programme		Life Time		More Information