SpaceFinland
SpaceFinland gives a look at Finnish space sector companies and research as well as the Finnish space administration
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The renovated planetarium of the Heureka Science Centre will open on Boxing Day 26.12.2025
After a complete renovation that lasted over a year, the Heureka Planetarium will open on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025. The planetarium has undergone the biggest transformation in its history. Its interior, projection dome and presentation technology have been renovated to meet today's expectations and standards. The Heureka Planetarium is now one of the brightest, most colorful and detailed presentation environments in Europe.
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Two Galileo-satellites into space
On Wednesday 17 December 2025, two Galileo satellites were launched on Ariane 6 from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana in the 14th operational launch of the Galileo programme. These satellites will improve the precision, availability and robustness of the Galileo system by adding spares to guarantee the system can always provide a navigation signal for users worldwide. This was Galileo’s first launch on Ariane 6 and the fifth launch of Europe’s heavy-lift launcher.
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Space technology company ASRO selected from 3,680 applicants for NATO's innovation programme
Aboa Space Research Oy (ASRO) has been selected for NATO's 2026 Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) innovation programme. A total of 150 companies were selected for the programme from among 3,680 applications.
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Space Economy: A strategic opportunity that opens only through comprehensive understanding
Developing the space economy requires clear strategic guidance, where funding, skills development, and administrative structures support business growth and international competitiveness. Mikko Punnala, a newly graduated Doctor of Philosophy (Space…
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The significance of space for the geospatial data sector was widely discussed at this year’s GeoForum Summit
Held for the second time at Dipoli in Espoo, this year’s GeoForum Summit offered a comprehensive overview of the development of Finland’s space sector and its impact from a geospatial data industry perspective. The Summit began with a look at the…
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Space – Europe's strategic interest in an uncertain world
In 2025, the world is undergoing a geopolitical transformation, and Europe is facing growing challenges in defence, technology and supply chain stability. The ESA Council of Ministers, CM25, which will meet in November, will provide an opportunity…
