Schaeffler and Spire Global Partner to Develop European Space Infrastructure
Schaeffler and Spire Global signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop satellite subsystems and platforms, aiming to establish an independent European space industry standard.
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What Happened
Schaeffler AG and Spire Global have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop satellite subsystems and platforms, combining Schaeffler's precision engineering with Spire's satellite expertise to create a European space infrastructure standard.
The collaboration initially focuses on securing and scaling supply chains for critical satellite subsystems, and exploring industrialization of satellite buses for independent constellation programs. Schaeffler will lead precision manufacturing scaling; Spire will contribute platform architecture, onboard software, and operational know-how.
“With Schaeffler, we share a long-term vision for an independent European space industry that is developed, built, and operated in Europe itself.”
“As a Motion Technology Company, Schaeffler is ideally positioned to enter the New Space sector. We see strong industrial logic at the core of this cooperation.”
Why this matters
This partnership combines Schaeffler's industrial precision manufacturing with Spire's satellite expertise to create a sovereign European supply chain for defense, weather, and critical infrastructure missions.
Terms in This Story
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
- A non-binding agreement that outlines the intent of two or more parties to work together.
- Satellite bus
- The main structural and subsystem framework of a satellite that provides power, thermal control, and attitude control.
- Dual-use
- Technology or missions that have both civilian and military applications.
- New Space
- The commercial space industry focused on private companies and innovation.
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