2nd STM main group meeting: Member States and co-chairs put their heads together to discuss aspects to consider for a comprehensive EU approach to space traffic management
Following the launch of the STM stakeholder mechanism in September last year, the STM main group, co-chaired by DG DEFIS and EEAS, were debriefed on latest activities on STM subgroups and learned about the recently concluded study for an EU Space Label (see final event on 6 March 2024 add link to article) in its 2nd meeting on 24 May 2024.
DG DEFIS and EEAS then presented the consolidated replies shared by STM main group members to four reflective STM questions aimed at getting a comprehensive overview of what is needed to make sure that the EU approach on STM enhances EU capabilities and strategic autonomy, and fosters EU competitiveness for the space surveillance sector and space operators alike.
The replies shared by the STM main group and the ensuing exchange of views with the STM main group confirmed that many aspects needed are already ongoing or in preparation, but pointed also towards additional or new aspects to consider.
Background
The STM main group, co-chaired by DG DEFIS and EEAS, gathers representatives from EU Member States and EDA and steers the overall implementation of the EU approach to STM as outlined in the Joint Communication. It also oversees the work of the STM subgroups.
More information
To find out about activities and meetings of the STM main group and subgroups, go to Space Traffic Management stakeholder mechanism (europa.eu).
Supporting Material
JOINT COMMUNICATION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL An EU Approach for Space Traffic Management An EU contribution addressing a global challenge
An EU Approach for Space Traffic Management
The EU approach on Space Traffic Management (STM) proposed by the Commission and the High Representative therefore aims at keeping space operations safe, space orbits usable, and space accessible for decades to come while ensuring and further fostering the competitiveness of the EU space industry.
EU Space Surveillance and Tracking (EU SST) is the cornerstone of EU STM strategy. EU SST fosters innovation and supports European industrial capabilities for strategic autonomy. The EU Industry and Start-ups Forum on STM (EISF) unites stakeholders to define R&D priorities.