Airbus receives order for two more Galileo satellites with stronger anti-jamming protection

Airbus received an order for two additional second-generation Galileo navigation satellites, increasing its contracted contribution to eight spacecraft, the company announced on October 27, 2026. Awarded by ESA on behalf of EUSPA under European Commission delegation, the contract builds on production capabilities established for six satellites already ordered. The spacecraft will carry stronger navigation antennas, digitally reconfigurable payloads, enhanced atomic clocks and inter-satellite links, together with protection against jamming and spoofing. Each satellite will weigh more than two tonnes and is designed for 15 years of operation, supporting continuity and resilience of European satellite-navigation services.