Method & Sources
Source register
Every source used, the exact statement it supports, and whether that statement has been verified against the KPI definition. 24 sources · 33 source–value links.
Verification overview
Sources (1)
T1 · EU institution / agency · Tier 1 · Official primary
⚑ Outdated sourceCommission takes next step to deploy the IRIS² secure satellite systemEuropean Commission (DG DEFIS)
Official Commission announcement at concession signature. Describes a constellation of 290 satellites; later ESA material describes at least 348.
- Published:
- 16 Dec 2024
- Accessed:
- 9 Nov 2026
- KPI 07 · IRIS² satellites deployed
secondary
"A multi-orbital constellation of 290 satellite[s]"; "governmental and commercial connectivity services by 2030."
Period: 16 December 2024 · Scope: EU IRIS²
Limitations: Earlier design description.
Reliability: Tier 1 (European Commission).
Differs from ESA (at least 348). Both figures preserved.
⚑ Conflicting evidenceChecked 9 Nov 2026