GomSpace has secured a significant contract valued at EUR 760,000 (8.5 MSEK) with the European Space Agency (ESA) to accelerate the development of its next-generation Attitude and Orbit Control Software (AOCS) to be rolled-out in the next 18 months. This contract marks a pivotal step in advancing satellite positioning and orientation capabilities for both commercial and governmental space missions.

With a proven track record spanning over 75 satellite missions, GomSpace will leverage its extensive expertise to develop a state-of-the-art AOCS platform. The forthcoming software will offer enhanced maintainability aimed at improving long-term support and maintenance to ensure operational reliability. It will also enable greater flexibility to accommodate evolving mission profiles and requirements. Thanks to GomSpace advanced testing capabilities, robust support for meticulous testing and simulation, including hardware-in-the-loop methodologies will allow to make this project a success.

Carsten Drachmann, CEO at GomSpace, commented: "As we expand our delivery of standardized hardware systems and platforms, the agility of our software to deliver mission-specific value becomes increasingly vital. By embracing modern model-based software engineering, we achieve both flexibility and systematic reliability."

This initiative is supported through ESA's General Support Technology Programme (GSTP), following a competitive selection process. The project is funded by Denmark's national contribution to ESA and aligns with the Danish Space Strategy updated in November 2024, specifically "Initiative 9: Efforts to commercialize Danish space research and technology development." The Danish government's increased funding for ESA technology development programs, announced in January 2025, further underscores the nation's commitment to fostering innovation in the space sector.

The new AOCS software will not only enhance GomSpace's standalone product offerings but will also serve as a foundational element within the company's comprehensive satellite platform solutions. These solutions are designed to meet the stringent demands of customers seeking state-of-the-art capability and reliability in space systems.

For more information, please contact:
Anne Breüner (Head of Corporate Affairs)
Tel: +45 40 200 192
E-mail: anbr @ gomspace.com

About GomSpace Group AB
Founded in 2007, GomSpace is a global provider of small satellite solutions with customers in more than 60 countries. The company's business operations are mainly conducted through the wholly owned Danish subsidiary, GomSpace A/S, with headquarters and operational facilities in Aalborg, Denmark. GomSpace also has key operations in Luxembourg, France, and the United States. GomSpace develops and delivers advanced systems and services that enable governments, commercial enterprises, and research institutions to achieve their objectives in space. The company's expertise covers satellite subsystems, complete small satellite missions, and satellite operations, providing solutions that support smarter, faster, and more affordable access to space.
The company is listed on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market in Stockholm under the ticker GOMX. FNCA Sweden AB is the Company's Certified Adviser. For more information, please visit www.gomspace.com.

About the European Space Agency
The European Space Agency (ESA) provides Europe's gateway to space. ESA is an intergovernmental organisation, created in 1975, with the mission to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space delivers benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
ESA has 23 Member States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia are Associate Members. ESA has established formal cooperation with other four Member States of the EU. Canada takes part in some ESA programmes under a Cooperation Agreement.
By coordinating the financial and intellectual resources of its members, ESA can undertake programmes and activities far beyond the scope of any single European country. It is working in particular with the EU on implementing the Galileo and Copernicus programmes as well as with Eumetsat for the development of meteorological missions. Learn more about ESA at www.esa.int