European Union Initiates Construction of GOVSATCOM Hub in Cologne to Enhance Secure Government Satellite Communications

The European Union has commenced construction of its GOVSATCOM hub in Cologne, Germany, a strategic move to bolster secure satellite communications for government users across Europe. This development is a key step in improving redundancy, reliability, and continuity of service for the EU's secure communications program and serves as a precursor to IRIS², the EU's sovereign multi-orbital communication system.