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  • T2 · European Space Agency · Tier 1 · Official primary

    ESA Programme Related to EU Secure Connectivity – IRIS²

    European Space Agency (ESA)

    Official ESA programme description: at least 348 satellites (at least 330 LEO, 18 MEO); launches starting 2029; early services 2030.

    Published:
    30 Oct 2026
    Accessed:
    9 Nov 2026
    • Launches starting in 2029 (implies no IRIS² satellites deployed as of October 2026).

      Period: As of 30 October 2026 · Scope: EU IRIS²

      Limitations: Inference.

      Reliability: Tier 2 (ESA).

      Deployment count inferred, not reported.

      ⚑ Partially verified

      Checked 9 Nov 2026