Overview
- Saxon-1 is intended to fly a locally built satellite to showcase regional capabilities and give small and mid-sized companies crucial flight heritage.
- Seven companies have signaled participation so far, including Dresden-based Neosat, Inradios and Morpheus Space.
- The state economy ministry says no decision has been made on any contribution and it will assess options as the project is further defined.
- OHB’s takeover of Technisat’s Vogtland factory will pivot production to satellite components such as circuit boards, cable harnesses and connectors.
- Saxony reports roughly 160 aerospace firms and over 7,000 employees, and the federal Defence Ministry plans up to €35 billion for space and security by 2030.