ESA Launches GOMX-5 CubeSat to Test Space Debris Mitigation

The European Space Agency successfully launched its GOMX-5 CubeSat on October 1, 2026, via SpaceX's Falcon 9. This technology demonstration mission aims to commission a new propulsion system within 48 hours of launch, enabling collision avoidance maneuvers. This effort aligns with ESA's policy to mitigate space debris, addressing a growing concern for orbital sustainability.