Eutelsat Partners with MaiaSpace on European Satellite Launches

19 Jan 2026
#Earth orbit (LEO) satellites

French satellite operator Eutelsat signed a deal with Europe’s MaiaSpace to launch low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, expanding autonomous European space infrastructure. (France, broader Europe)

The agreement will see MaiaSpace’s mini-launch vehicles support deployment of Eutelsat’s next-gen LEO constellation, reducing dependency on U.S. launch providers. This partnership strengthens Europe’s competitive position in satellite communications and secure connectivity services. Technology and research-driven sectors could benefit from increased broadband capacity, especially in remote regions. HPC Consultancy can assist clients with strategic analysis of space tech markets, partnership models, and research insights on satellite ecosystem growth across Europe.