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Industry Leaders Race to Develop Sustainable Solutions for Space Junk
The growing number of satellites and fragments in orbit is increasing the risk of collisions, threatening essential services on Earth. The European Space Agency and commercial companies are developing technologies and missions to remove unwanted objects from orbit. However, turning orbital clean-up into a sustainable business is challenging due to high mission costs and the need for reliable and affordable solutions. According to Innovation News Network, the industry is exploring various approaches, including government contracts, commercial satellite operators, and multi-target missions.