ASELSAN:
Lockheed Martin:
Rheinmetall:
BAE Systems:
Thales:
Leonardo:
Saab:
Kongsberg Gruppen:
Indra Sistemas:
Mitsubishi Heavy Ind.:
Hanwha Aerospace:
AVIC Shenyang Aircraft:
Hindustan Aeronautics:
KEY INTELLIGENCE TAKEAWAYS & SUMMARY
- France will replace the Musis system by 2035 with two new Iris satellite systems to enhance surface and space monitoring capabilities.
Technical Capabilities and Regional Balances
The French Ministry of the Armed Forces (DGA) has signed an agreement with Airbus Defense and Space and Thales Alenia Space to develop two new Iris surface observation satellite systems by 2035. These satellites are designed to completely replace the three Optical Space Component (CSO) elements of the Musis system launched in 2018, 2020, and 2025. The first Iris satellite will become operational in 2033, and both will be in orbit by 2035. This process is planned within France's 2024-2030 Military Program Act and will be managed by CDE (C Force Space Command). Iris will provide high-resolution imagery of any area 24/7 using visible light and infrared sensors and will support orbital threat assessment by monitoring space objects.
Endorsement and Cooperation Strategy
Conclusion and Future Outlook
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