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Contribution to Harmony space mission gives Dutch scientists a head start

Contribution to Harmony space mission gives Dutch scientists a head start

The Sentinel satellites of the European Copernicus programme already produce the best Earth observation data in the world. But researcher Paco Lopez Dekker believes there is room for further improvement. As lead investigator of ESA’s Harmony space mission, he is putting this to the test, supported by the Netherlands Space Agency. Two satellites see more…

Space professionals visit schools: ‘Inspiration for the next generation’

Space professionals visit schools: ‘Inspiration for the next generation’

Dozens of space industry professionals visited school classes across the Netherlands this week as part of ESERO Education’s ‘Space Goes to School’ initiative.

Dutch nationals at the helm of key ESA programme boards

24 September 2026

Dutch nationals at the helm of key ESA programme boards

In the coming years, the Netherlands will hold the chairmanship of two key programme boards of the European Space Agency (ESA).

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Netherlands Space Agency

The Netherlands Space Agency is the space agency of the national government. We connect societal challenges with the opportunities space provides and guide the development of knowledge, capabilities, and collaboration in the Netherlands. In doing so, we contribute to a resilient and prosperous society.

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‘Space contributes to a safe, strong and independent Europe’

‘Space contributes to a safe, strong and independent Europe’

The Dutch armed forces ensure our security not only on land, at sea, and in the air. They are also fully active in space, says Brigadier General Lenny Hazelbag, Director of Strategy and Knowledge at the Ministry of Defence: “It’s impressive what’s happening in space right now.”’ Brigadegeneraal Lenny Hazelbag Space is the fifth operational…

NSO report: innovative technology can promote responsible use of space

NSO report: innovative technology can promote responsible use of space

Space is being used more and more intensively by many countries. How can we make sure that all these countries behave responsibly in space? This can be done with the help of space surveillance and tracking (SST), according to a report that the NSO published this week. Air traffic around Schiphol Airport is carefully followed…

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European satellites with Dutch technology provide better insights about weather and atmosphere

European satellites with Dutch technology provide better insights about weather and atmosphere

Better weather forecasts and more knowledge about the composition of the atmosphere: that is what we can expect from two new European meteorological satellites. Earlier this summer, MTG-S1 was already launched. Today, MetOp-SG A1 is send into space. The Netherlands is closely involved in both satellite missions. Tonight at 2:37 a.m. Dutch time, Europe launches an…

Succesful launch of the Netherlands Space Agency

Succesful launch of the Netherlands Space Agency

The Netherlands Space Agency. That is the new name of the Netherlands’ governmental space organisation. But it is more than just a name change from the NSO to NLSA, as became clear during the ‘launch’ at the Amsterdam Space Symposium. With a strong agency, the Netherlands is showing its growing ambition in space. The official…

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Netherlands from above

The Netherlands seen from space. Using satellite images, we visualize our country: from coast to city and from agriculture to water.

Blooming tullips

16 April 2026 Blooming tullips

de Biesbosch

28 February 2026 de Biesbosch

Pannerdensekop

28 February 2026 Pannerdensekop

Rotterdam Harbour

28 February 2026 Rotterdam Harbour

Snow covered Amsterdam

28 February 2026 Snow covered Amsterdam