EUMETSAT Takes Control of New Era of Polar-Orbiting Satellite

Milestone Metop-SGA1 Commissioning Expected to Benefit Weather Forecasts Worldwide

Aug 20, 2025

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Europe’s meteorological monitoring efforts advanced sharply as EUMETSAT took control of the Metop Second Generation A1 (Metop-SGA1) satellite after a series of precision orbital maneuvers. The transition marks a major milestone for EUMETSAT, aiming to elevate life-saving weather forecasts and climate monitoring with next-generation technology.

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