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EC: new satellites and launchers ensure Galileo start in 2014

Brussels, Belgium - In total, three contracts were signed

With the signature of further contracts for satellites and launchers in London today, Galileo is firmly on track for the provision of improved satellite navigation services to citizens in 2014. In total, 3 contracts were signed: the contract signed with OHB System AG (DE) comprising 8 satellites for an amount in the order of €250 million. A second contract was signed with Arianespace (FR) for a booking o...

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Rome, Italy, 02/02/2012 16:00
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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