Three major French media outlets, France 3, Nice-Matin, and La Tribune, have recently published articles showcasing Europe’s growing ambition to develop sustainable, serviceable, and modular space infrastructures. These publications underline the strategic importance of emerging technologies for on-orbit servicing (OOS) and the critical role of Space USB in this evolving landscape.
France 3: A universal “USB for space” to support satellite servicing
In its feature on the European EROSS IOD programme, France 3 highlights the technological challenges of in-orbit maintenance, from rendezvous and docking to refuelling and robotic assistance. The article points out the need for standardised interconnections between spacecraft, a challenge directly addressed by Space USB, presented as a universal adapter enabling docking, power transfer, data exchange, and modular assembly in orbit.
🔗 https://lnkd.in/eYT7Axtu
Nice-Matin: Preparing the next generation of servicing vehicles
Nice-Matin reports on the development of robotic servicing vehicles by Thales Alenia Space and emphasises how the absence of common interface standards limits today’s operational capabilities. The article again references the work carried out under Space USB as a foundational step toward creating a fully interoperable servicing ecosystem compatible with multiple interface technologies.
🔗 https://www.nicematin.com/economie/industrie/a-cannes-thales-alenia-space-developpe-un-programme-de-station-service-robotisee-pour-reparer-les-satellites-10660257
La Tribune: Sustainability as a new strategic axis for Europe
La Tribune explores how the European space sector is increasingly positioning sustainability as a key priority. The article highlights the role of standardisation efforts, including Space USB, in enabling zero-debris missions, extending satellite lifetimes, and supporting the long-term viability of orbital infrastructure.
🔗 https://www.latribune.fr/article/defense-aerospatiale/spatial/1396197453655714/spatial-la-durabilite-nouvel-axe-de-conquete-de-l-espace
