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CNES Earth Observation Constellation Contract
French CNES strategic contract for Loft Orbital to provide next-generation Earth observation capabilities.
A strategic contract (up to tens of millions of euros, under France's France 2030 program) for Loft Orbital to provide a 10-satellite multi-sensor Earth observation constellation, with Magellium Artal Group; first launch targeted for Q4 2026.
Award detail
- Agency
- CNES (France)
- Award ID
- Ceiling value
- Tens of millions of euros
- Vehicle
- Direct award
- Awarded
- 2026-04-30
- Period of performance ends
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Frequently asked
- What is the CNES Earth Observation Constellation Contract contract?
- A strategic contract (up to tens of millions of euros, under France's France 2030 program) for Loft Orbital to provide a 10-satellite multi-sensor Earth observation constellation, with Magellium Artal Group; first launch targeted for Q4 2026.
- Which agency awarded the CNES Earth Observation Constellation Contract contract?
- The CNES Earth Observation Constellation Contract contract was awarded by CNES (France) under a Direct award vehicle.
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Loft signs strategic contract with CNES to provide access to next-generation Earth observation capabilities, a 10-satellite multi-sensor constellation with Magellium Artal Group under France 2030
Loft Orbital: Loft Signs Strategic Contract with CNESVerified2026-04-30