European Space Alliance Against Starlink: Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo Forge Plans

Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Paris Air Show, an ambitious initiative has come to light that could fundamentally change Europe's position in the global space sector. According to Reuters, the three heavyweights of the European defense and aerospace industry – Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo – are considering the establishment of a joint space company focused on satellite communications. The goal is to create a European response to Elon Musk's Starlink network, which currently dominates the market for satellite-based internet services. Project...