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Commission takes next step to deploy the IRIS² secure satellite system

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The Commission has signed the concession contract for the Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnectivity and Security by Satellite (IRIS²), a multi-orbital constellation of 290 satellite, with the SpaceRISE consortium. This partnership will develop, deploy, and operate the European Union's new system. It is a significant step towards Europe's sovereignty and secure connectivity.

IRIS² represents the European Union's third flagship programme, designed to address pressing long-term challenges in security, safety, and resilience. By offering advanced connectivity services to governmental users and bridging connectivity gaps across the Union, IRIS² underpins Europe's strategic autonomy and technological leadership.

The SpaceRISE consortium, entrusted with the implementation of this ambitious project, includes three leading European satellite network operators—SES SA, Eutelsat SA, and Hispasat S.A.—supported by a core team of European subcontractors from the satcom ecosystem. Key partners include Thales Alenia Space, OHB, Airbus Defence and Space, Telespazio, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Hisdesat, and Thales SIX.

The 12-year concession contract establishes a robust public-private partnership to enable both governmental and commercial connectivity services by 2030.

With IRIS², the European Union is solidifying its position as a global leader in secure satellite connectivity, ensuring resilience in the face of emerging challenges.

A press release is available online.

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