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How Luxembourg’s Space Ecosystem Helped Hydrosat Build a Global Success Story
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Luxembourg Reaffirms Its Commitment to the European Space Sector at ESA Ministerial Council in Bremen
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Luxembourgish Artists Reimagine Space Through Serigraphy
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Luxembourg Space Agency and ESPI announce strategic partnership to advance European Space Policy
Luxembourg, a growing hub for space companies
Luxembourg has established itself as a major hub for companies in the space sector since entering the industry back in 1985 with the launch of SES (Société Européenne des Sattelites). Over the past decade, its space ecosystem went from just 16 companies employing around 600 people in 2012 to 80 space-related companies with a workforce of approximately 1,650 people by 2024.
It is an outstanding growth resulting from strong government support through funding initiatives and a pioneering legal framework, unique in Europe, providing favourable conditions to attract international talent and investment.
What is the role of the space industry in Luxembourg?
The space industry in Luxembourg impacts our everyday life and drives the country's economic growth as well as its global standing.
Its thriving space ecosystem stimulates employment and innovation across different industries such as communications, transport, and healthcare, contributing tremendously to a better quality of life for the population. Additionally, space capabilities support climate action by providing essential data for environmental protection and resource management.
This economic diversification attracts international talent and investment, enriching Luxembourg's expertise and creating opportunities for future generations.
The space industry has a positive impact on Earth-related activities.
The space industry has a long history of driving innovation across a wide range of fields on Earth
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Agriculture
Satellite data monitors crop health and optimises farming practices
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Disaster management
Space technology enables early warnings and emergency response coordination
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Navigation
Satellites provide precise positioning for maritime, air, and ground transportation
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Health
Research in microgravity advances medical breakthroughs
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Finance
Satellite data helps financial institutions assess risks and verify ESG performance
The 4 strategic pillars of sustainability
Luxembourg's space strategy places sustainability at its core, encompassing economic resilience, responsible use of orbital space, and meaningful contributions to global challenges. Space technologies are essential drivers of sustainable development on Earth while ensuring that our activities beyond our planet remain viable for future generations. The following pillars outline how Luxembourg will advance this vision through targeted action across four interconnected domains.
Read the full National Strategy here (Pdf, 24.35 Mb).
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Economic sustainability
Creating competitiveness & cross-sector value for long-term economic growth
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Activities on Earth
Addressing global challenges & support innovations across multiple Earth-related sectors
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Activities in space
Ensuring long-term viability of space operations through responsible practices & orbital management
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Space resources use
Advancing peaceful exploration & utilisation of space resources
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How Luxembourg’s Space Ecosystem Helped Hydrosat Build a Global Success Story
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Luxembourg Reaffirms Its Commitment to the European Space Sector at ESA Ministerial Council in Bremen
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Luxembourgish Artists Reimagine Space Through Serigraphy
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Luxembourg Space Agency and ESPI announce strategic partnership to advance European Space Policy
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