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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Back in Lithuania. Great discussions with the Minister of Economy and Innovation, Edvinas Grikšas, and the Ministry of National Defence of Lithuania on Lithuania’s upcoming Presidency of the Council of the EU and the role of EU Space services in strengthening Europe’s resilience.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A tradition that never gets old: bringing Europe’s brightest innovators together under one roof in Prague. Congratulations to all the CASSINI Challenges winners! We are proud to celebrate the ideas, talent and entrepreneurship shaping the future of Europe.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The EU Space market is growing rapidly. The challenge now is not technology; it's scale. Through CASSINI, we help European space startups access customers, investors & growth opportunities, turning innovation into commercial success. @euspa.bsky.social @esa.int

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How can resilient connectivity strengthen Europe's sovereignty? By combining strengths. Through GOVSATCOM and IRIS², Europe is building a secure and resilient connectivity architecture that brings together EU, national and commercial capabilities. 1/2

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Galileo has achieved first-ever civil authenticated GNSS position using Signal Authentication Service (SAS). On 16 September, five Galileo satellites encrypted one of their signal components, the E6-C signal at 1278.75 MHz, normally transmitted in the clear. www.euspa.europa.eu/newsroom-eve...

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Galileo achieves first-ever civil authenticated GNSS position using Signal Authentication Service (SAS)

On 16 September, Galileo achieved a major milestone in satellite navigation resilience by demonstrating the first-ever civil GNSS position authenticated through both navigation data and ranging inform...

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Interoperability, collaboration, and service continuity will be key as Europe strengthens its role in space. Great discussions at the International Space Summit on the future of space and how Europe can build on successes such as Galileo, GOVSATCOM Hub and IRIS². @euspa.bsky.social

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Behind every EU Space Programme service is a team of talented, dedicated people. As EUSPA's mission continues to grow and transform in the years ahead, attracting and developing new talent remains essential. To support this, we are launching our very first EUSPA Career Day. Join us in November!

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Chatham House @chathamhouse.org · 01/09/2026

We're delighted to announce the latest confirmed speakers for the Chatham House Berlin Conference, taking place on 25-26 November 2026, and bringing together leaders from government, business, and academia 🌍 Find out more and register your interest in attending 👇 🔗 tinyurl.com/9x7cvkny

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Welcomed Jan Hendrik Dronkers, Secretary-General of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, to the Galileo Reference Centre. Our discussion centred on Europe's space resilience and autonomy - and GRC's expanding role in monitoring and developing EU Space services.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Behind every milestone in EGNOS stands a strong partnership between EU Member States, EGNOS participating European countries, and selected cooperating countries beyond the EU. Their continued cooperation is enabling the preparation of EGNOS V3.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Galileo OSNMA has successfully transitioned from a project to an operational service, moving beyond demonstration into real-world applications. @euspa.bsky.social operates the Galileo system, oversees service performance, and ensures that it is delivered with high quality.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

This week, I addressed the @europarl.europa.eu Committee on Security and Defence (SEDE) on EUSPA’s role in supporting EU security and defence. Our principle is simple: a system is only as secure as its weakest link - from satellites in orbit to control centres and ground infrastructure. 1/2

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

This evolution reflects EUSPA’s growing operational role and strategic importance within the EU Space Programme. These changes are designed to make the Agency more operational and better equipped to deliver high-performing services to users, particularly in governmental and security-related areas.

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Join EUSPA and contribute to the EU’s largest endeavour – the EU Space Programme. Head of Executive Director Services Department Application deadline: 14.07.2026 11:59 AM (GMT+2) All details: vacancies.euspa.europa.eu/Jobs/Vacancy...

EUSPA is hiring!
Head of Executive Director Services Department. Deadline for applications is 14 July.

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European Union Satellite Centre (SatCen) @eusatellitecentre.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

On 2 July at 11:30, SatCen Director Louis Tillier will participate in the European Space Security & Defence Forum, joining Rodrigo da Costa, ED at EUSPA, for a high-level exchange on "Sovereignty in Orbit: Building Europe's Future Space Architecture." See you there! #EUSpaceSecurityDefence

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

This week, we broke ground on the GOVSATCOM Hub in Cologne, a key step for Europe’s secure governmental satellite communications. Operated by EUSPA since January 2026, the Hub connects authorised users with SATCOM resources for security- and safety-critical missions

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

The new space race is happening here on Earth: in start ups, launch sites, or data centres. At the Prague Space Security Conference, I stressed EUSPA's key role in transforming space infrastructure into services that citizens, governments, companies and security actors can use.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This morning, we welcomed U.S. Department of State representatives to EUSPA for an exchange on the EU Space Programme, EU–US cooperation, interoperability (Galileo–GPS), and shared priorities on resilience, security, and responsible use of space.

U.S. Department of State representatives visiting EUSPA HQ in Prague.

Thomas G. DiNanno, Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security at the U.S. Department of State, with Rodrigo da Costa, Executive Director of EUSPA.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The success of today is the starting point for the success of tomorrow. At the 5th ESA-DG DEFIS–EUSPA Joint Seminar, I underlined that Europe’s space progress depends on continued teamwork and complementarity We must keep showing that the European way delivers.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Space services are in @euspa.bsky.social DNA: to deliver them, secure them and foster their use across the Union. At the Competitiveness Council on Research and Space, I welcomed the proposed new EUSPA Regulation as an important step to ensure continuity, resilience and trust in EU space services.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Thank you to the Members of the @europarl.europa.eu ITRE Committee for visiting EUSPA! It was a pleasure to present both the operational side of the EU Space Programme and how its services are being used by citizens, public authorities, businesses, and innovators.

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

EUSPA at EU Space Days 2026 EU Space Days in Nicosia brought together institutions, industry, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders from across the European space sector to discuss the future of the EU Space Programme and Europe’s growing space ecosystem.

EUSPA at EU Space Days 2026 in Nicosia, Cyprus.

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

The EU Space Market Report is here! As the global downstream space sector continues to evolve, the new report expands beyond Earth Observation and GNSS to also include Secure Satellite Communications and Space Situational Awareness, reflecting the growing synergies across the EU Space Programme.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

In a changing geopolitical environment, space is essential to Europe’s economy, security and resilience. At EUSPA, we work to ensure that EU Space Programme services are operational, secure and user-driven. Thank you to Congreso del Espacio 2026 for the timely discussion.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Pleased to welcome the Committee on Federal and European Affairs and Interregional Relations of the Bavarian State Parliament to EUSPA. A valuable opportunity to discuss our Agency’s role and the EU Space Programme, supporting Europe’s citizens, economy and resilience. @euspa.bsky.social

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Pleasure to meet Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlíček. Prague is central to our journey - from GSA to EUSPA in 2021, growing with the EU Space Programme. From our Prague HQ to sites across Europe, we deliver EU Space services for citizens. @euspa.bsky.social

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

The 20th session of the EUSPA Administrative Board has finished, outlining important decisions and updates. Key outcomes: • Overview of the operational activities, including market downstream and innovation, communications, EGNOS and Galileo activities, GOVSATCOM and EU SST Frontdesk activities.

EUSPA Administrative Board 20 - group picture at the EUSPA HQ in Prague.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Pleased to welcome H.E. Snøfrid Byrløkken Emterud, Norwegian Ambassador in the Czech Republic. Norway's an active participant in the EU Space Programme. Norwegian company Kuniko demonstrates how Copernicus can help make mineral exploration more targeted and efficient, even in challenging conditions.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The successful operational use of the GOVSATCOM Hub by Cyprus proves that space is no longer an extra, but a critical infrastructure. By pooling our resources, we are building a more resilient and secure Europe, ensuring that every Member State has the connectivity it needs to protect its citizens.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Galileo OSNMA Day OSNMA Initial Service brings authentication into use: - It helps counter spoofing by letting users verify navigation data is genuinely from Galileo. - The declaration also supports EU rules for Smart Tachograph v2: new smart tachographs in the EU must integrate OSNMA.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Thank you to the French Embassy for hosting Czech-French Space Days & gathering the space industry. #EUSpace has evolved from ambition to delivery. Now, continued engagement from Czechia, France & all EU Member States is essential to translate Europe’s space ambitions into operational capability.

Rodrigo da Costa pictured presenting during the Czech–French Space Day 2026

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Key takeaways from the #ESC2026 The EU Space Programme’s next steps rest on 4 pillars: -Secure connectivity through GOVSATCOM -Galileo for next-gen mobility -Future Governmental Services -Growing downstream @euspa.bsky.social is here to ensure these services are operational, trusted & widely used.

EUSPA Executive Director speaking during a panel at the European Space Conference event

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

EUSPA has signed a new launch contract with ARIANESPACE for the deployment of the second pair of Galileo Second Generation satellites (Galileo L18), to be launched aboard Ariane 6 under the delegation of the European Commission, strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy.

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

The key updates include: • Endorsement of the Provisional Single Programming Document 2027-2029 of the Agency • Focus on security activities, including operational security and GSMC operations • Next steps for EGNOS/Galileo, GOVSATCOM • Overview of the SST Frontdesk status

EUSPA Administrative Board - group photo.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Last week in Italy, I joined an exchange with the Interministerial Coordinating Structure for Space and Aerospace Policies on the activities of @euspa.bsky.social. Discussions focused on:

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EUSPA - EU Agency for the Space Programme @euspa.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back on a year that truly shaped the EU Space Programme From a strong focus on security to new satellites and a wide range of achievements, 2025 wasn’t just a milestone year for EUSPA, it marked a turning point for European security, autonomy, and resilience.

Happy Holidays and a 2026 full of space!

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Andrius Kubilius @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu · 17/12/2025

Launch success with #Galileo SAT 33 & SAT 34! 👏 Congrats to all mission teams! With these new satellites, we strengthen Europe’s global navigation services - delivering greater precision, reliability & autonomy in space. 🔗 ec.europa.eu/commission/p... 📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=41Ym...

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Bringing new satellites into the Galileo constellation is a team effort. It means tight coordination between EUSPA, @ec.europa.eu, @esa.int, Arianespace, SpaceOpal and many industrial partners: the commitment of Team EU Space makes this launch a success.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Pleased to welcome Germany’s Ambassador to Czechia, Dr. Peter Reuss, to EUSPA. Germany is a key pillar of the EU Space infrastructure: it hosts the Galileo Control Centre (GCC), the prime for the ground control segment, responsible for operating and commanding Galileo satellites. @euspa.bsky.social

German Embassy's in the Czech Republic delegation posing for a picture with EUSPA representatives at EUSPA Prague Headquarters.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Opening the EU Space User Consultation Platform and Downstream Day. Glad to see so many users joining us both on-site and online. Your feedback drives our work. At @euspa.bsky.social, we remain committed to delivering trusted services and ramping up new ones! www.euspa-ucp.eu

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

@euspa.bsky.social is always at the service of the EU Space Programme, delivering user-focused services for citizens, businesses, and public authorities

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Andrius Kubilius @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu · 28/11/2025

Our strength lies in unity. All together we are a ‘Space Team Europe’ as we join forces to drive a paradigm shift in our space agenda. From climate to security, agriculture to connectivity - cooperation is key. We shape the future of #EUSpace 🇪🇺

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

ESA's Ministerial Council 2025 In complementarity with @esa.int and @ec.europa.eu, EUSPA ensures exploitation, security & market uptake of the EU Space Programme via Galileo, EGNOS, EU SST and soon GOVSATCOM Hub - turning innovation into services that strengthen resilience. #CM25 @euspa.bsky.social

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Thank you, Ambassador Mina Noor and the Embassy of the Netherlands in Czechia, for the visit and the discussion on EU Space. The Netherlands is an integral part of EU Space & EUSPA activities: -host of the Galileo Reference Centre (GRC) in Noordwijk -home to a Galileo Sensor Station (GSS) in Bonaire

EUSPA and the Netherlands Embassy in the Czech Republic representatives posing for a group picture during the Ambassador's visit to EUSPA Headquarters in Prague

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Thank you, @eesc.bsky.social Energy, Transport & Digital, for the visit and the insightful exchange on the EU Space Act and the role of civil society in shaping it. As @euspa.bsky.social we stand ready to contribute to its implementation.

Members of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) posing for a picture with EUSPA's representatives at EUSPA Prague Headquarters

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Today in Sweden with the disaster-risk management community, discussing how the EU Space Programme supports national authorities across prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. Here's how it works in practice ⬇️

EUSPA Executive Director Rodrigo da Costa speaking on stage during the Satellite-based Services for Disaster Risk Management in Sweden event. Behind him, the slide is shown with the title "Space and disaster management".

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

A pleasure to welcome H.E. Alan Gibbons, the Ambassador of Ireland in the Czech Republic, to EUSPA. We exchanged on how Horizon EU and CASSINI can help SMEs and startups scale. Celtonn is an excellent Irish example of this momentum: they have just become part of the CASSINI Business Accelerator.

EUSPA and Irish Embassy in the Czech Republic representatives, including EUSPA's Executive Director and the Irish ambassador, posing for a group picture at EUSPA.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Aalborg Space Conference EUSPA: user-oriented, with security at heart. How: - Users 1st: EU Space services built on real needs. Join UCP to see how: www.euspa-ucp.eu - Security by design: we operate GSMC & EU SST Front Desk, & contribute to GOVSATCOM - Backing innovators via CASSINI and Horizon EU

Group picture of Aalborg Space Conference participants and speakers, including Rodrigo da Costa

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Today, I formally enter my second mandate as Executive Director of @euspa.bsky.social. Since 2021, EUSPA has become the user-oriented operational arm of the EU Space Programme, delivering secure and high-performing space services that support the EU’s economy, safety and autonomy.

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Rodrigo da Costa @rodrigodacosta.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Happy to see the best European space talent here in Prague for our CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days. From CASSINI Challenges winners to fast-growing start-ups and scale-ups, the energy here showed how far Europe’s space entrepreneurship has come, and how much further we can go. @euspa.bsky.social

EUSPA's competition CASSINI Challenges winners posing for a group picture on the stage during the CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days event hosted in Prague.

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