Advancing In-Orbit Servicing: Astroscale’s Role in ESA’s CAT IOD Mission

18 February 2025 – Astroscale UK is making strides in in-orbit servicing technologies as it takes on a pivotal role in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Capture Bay for Active Debris Removal (CAT) for In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) mission, part of ESA’s Space Safety Programme. This project represents a significant milestone in addressing orbital debris and advancing sustainable practices in space. The CAT IOD mission is a key element of ESA’s ambitious initiative to ensure satellites still in orbit at end of life are removed safely and achieve the goal of “Zero Debris” by 2030. This mission is specifically designed to mature the technologies and systems needed for in-orbit servicing, with a focus on the removal of ESA’s own satellites.  Read more