📢 Call for tenders!
SatCen is looking for operators for a PoC on satellite on-board data processing (OBDP) for GEOINT, assessing its use in operational workflows 🛰️
Apply by 27/04/2026 – 16:00 CET
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#EUTenders #SatCen #GEOINT #EarthObservation #Space
Χρόνια πολλά για την Ημέρα της Ελληνικής Ανεξαρτησίας!
#SatCen marks Greece’s National Day, celebrating the country’s history, heritage and independence.
📍Athens — where the official commemorations take place today.
#EUFamily #Greece #IndependenceDay
#SatCen wishes our colleagues, friends and partners from #Ireland a very Happy #StPatricksDay!
📍#Dublin — where many of today’s festivities take place — as people around the world celebrate Irish culture, heritage and community.
#EUFamily #StPatricks #NationalDay
Pleased to visit #SatCen and witness its robust operational culture & end-to-end capabilities 🇪🇺
We need to build on proven track record of the SatCen. Intelligence is a strategic enabler for Defence Readiness and strategic autonomy.
Ready to pool efforts for #EOGS capabilities for MSs needs.
#SatCen welcomed Admiral General Teodoro Esteban López Calderón, Chief of the Defence Staff of Spain.
The visit showcased how SatCen’s #GEOINT and innovation support EU security and defence — from decision-making to operations — in close cooperation with Member States.
🔗 bit.ly/46DXVBX
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picture from the presentation of the FOSS4G Observatory @BiDS'25
#BiDS25 is a 🇪🇺 conference happening every 2 years under the joint ☂️ of the @EUCommission JRC, #ESA and #satcen . In 2025, the conference was held in the beautiful city of Riga 🇱🇻 and brought together ➕ 700 participants, with a multitude of ✨ great talks […]
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This afternoon, #SatCen Director Tillier joined the 18th European Space Conference.
He highlighted SatCen’s unique role at the crossroads of space, security & defence, the need for continued investment in IT and data, and SatCen’s readiness to support future federated Earth Observation systems.
From detecting hybrid threats and cross-border trafficking to monitoring illegal activities and supporting disaster response & operations in conflict zones, #SatCen supports EU security and defence through #GEOINT.
Find our more by watching our new corporate video!
📹 youtu.be/GfV5SrqsyKk
SatCen’s geospatial analysis underpins EU security and defence across a wide range of applications. From early warning to informed decision-making and action, we help turn data into insight—contributing to the EU’s strategic autonomy.
▶ New corporate video launching soon
#space4security #satcen
Every day, SatCen supports EU strategic autonomy through informed decision-making and actions that matter.
Soon, we will share a new way of telling this story... Make sure to stay in orbit 👀
#Space4Security #SatCen #GEOINT #strategicautonomy #earthobservation
📍 Copernicus SESA User Workshop | Brussels
#SatCen hosted the #CopernicusSESA User Workshop, bringing together EU institutions, Member States & stakeholders to strengthen cooperation.
Discussions highlighted the role of #EarthObservation in EU external action & security.
🔗 bit.ly/3Yy5rKa
🤝 SatCen was pleased to welcome Mr. André Denk, Chief Executive of the European Defence Agency (#EDA).
The exchange highlighted the strong cooperation between our two agencies in support of European security and defence.
🔗 bit.ly/3KihU13
#SatCen #EUDefence #Security #GEOINT #Space4Security
On 7 November 2025, #SatCen had the honour of welcoming H.E. Ms. Catherine Vautrin, French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs.
Discussions focused on #EU cooperation and resilience and the strategic value of geospatial intelligence (#GEOINT).
On 5 November 2025, #SatCen had the honour of welcoming H.E. Mr Thomas Byrne, Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence.
Discussions focused on #EU cooperation and resilience, and on the strategic value of #GEOINT for EU decision-making.
🔗 bit.ly/3LiO3pH
At the 3rd Copernicus Contributing Missions Workshop, #SatCen shared how new EO data—multi/thermal/hyper-spectral, atmospheric & RF—can enhance #SESA support to EU External & Security Action.
🤝Strengthening collaboration with @ec.europa.eu, @esa.int, Contributing Missions & Copernicus Services.
The 7th #BiDS25 in Riga brought together 500+ participants from 40+ countries, 23 exhibitors & 18 satellite events — a true hub for innovation in #SpaceData 🚀
At #SatCen, we turn data into knowledge & knowledge into action for Europe’s security & resilience.
🔗http://bit.ly/3KID5Jx
Denis Bruckert, Head of the Copernicus Unit at #SatCen, joined the panel on “Space-Based Services in EU Efforts Against Illegal Activities” at 10 Years of Copernicus at Frontex.
Thanks to @frontex.bsky.social for hosting — we look forward to continued cooperation. 👏
#OTD in 1991, the Council of Ministers of the (then) WEU met in Vianden, Luxembourg, and decided to establish the WEU Satellite Centre — the foundation of today's #SatCen.
🛰️ A key step in the #EU's journey toward strategic autonomy.
#Space4Security #SatCenHistory #strategicautonomy #EUdefence
🛰️ This morning, SatCen welcomed the French IHEDN for a visit on EU security and defence.
The delegation explored the Centre's mission, CFSP/CSDP support, and geospatial intelligence contributions to EU strategic autonomy.
👉 More on the visit: bit.ly/4dIL43O
#Space4Security #EUdefence #SatCen
Last week, SatCen joined the GEO Global Forum “The Earth Talks” in Rome to discuss EO’s role in security & resilience.
Grateful to the GEO community for the insightful exchanges and collaboration.
Find out more: bit.ly/4keVLNE
#GEOWeek2025 #SatCen #EarthObservation #Security #Resilience
🌍 SatCen joined the #EUOpenDay at EEAS on May 10—where diplomacy met diversity! Over 6K visitors explored cultures & our mission in geospatial intelligence for security and defence.
Thanks for being part of it—see you in 2026! 🚀
#SatCen #EEAS #EuropeDay2025 #SpaceForSecurity
#SatCen had the pleasure of hosting a delegation from the Finnish Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Communications. 🌍
The civilian applications of geospatial analysis were discussed, such as maritime vessels monitoring and assessing of critical infrastructure. 🚢🏗️
🔗 bit.ly/4iSwSX2
El Centro de Satélites de la Unión Europea busca un oficial de enlace para su oficina en Bruselas. ¿Serás tú la persona afortunada en trabajar en el SatCen? 🇪🇺🛰️
🔗https://lc.cx/aCThi8
#Convocatorias #Empleo #SatCen #OficialDeEnlace #Bélgica #UniónEuropea
🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀
Today, we celebrate this important national day for Ireland with our Irish friends and colleagues!
📍Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin
#StPatricksDay #SatCen #EUfamily
Women's voices in decision-making—especially in defence, security, & peacebuilding—bring invaluable perspectives that better shape inclusive policies, which lead to stronger & more lasting peace.
Happy #InternationalWomensDay to the women at #SatCen & around the 🌍. Your work inspires us every day!
Deployment Phase of Europe’s MARSUR III Maritime Surveillance Network Commences
www.defensemirror.com/news/37297/D...
#MARSURIII #MaritimeSurveillance #EuropeanDefenceAgency #EDA #MaritimeSecurity #UserAcceptanceTest #SatCen #EuropeanNavies #MaritimeAwareness #DefenseTechnology
