AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSpace & Tech from Kourou: The ESA–China SMILE mission launched from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana on a Vega-C rocket, aiming to deliver the first continuous global X-ray and ultraviolet views of how solar wind reshapes Earth’s magnetic “shield,” with Teledyne CCD370 sensors at the heart of the Soft X-ray Imager. Aerospace Industry Pipeline: Spain’s PLD Space is preparing its MIURA 5 rocket launch from Kourou, a step toward independent European satellite launches. Maritime Engineering for French Guiana: Berg Propulsion won a contract to supply propulsion and control systems for four powerful diesel-electric offshore support tugs, intended for initial deployment in French Guiana, with delivery targeted from late 2026 through mid-2027. Local Justice & Resources: Courts rejected an appeal by the state in a case tied to illegal gold mining in French Guiana. Colonial Repatriation: France moves to return remains of six Indigenous Kalina people from colonial-era “human zoo” displays in Paris to French Guiana after Senate approval. Security & Training (Regional Link): An Australian officer became the second to pass the French Foreign Legion’s Jaguar Course held in French Guiana.
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