UK to deploy satellite-capture spacecraft

The UK Space Agency announced a £61 million Active Debris Removal program, with ClearSpace as the main contractor. Launch is scheduled for 2029 from Saxa Vord in Scotland.

The craft will use robotic arms and autonomous proximity systems to capture two decommissioned British satellites and deorbit them by 2032. It is designed for refueling and multiple missions.

While presented as orbital cleanup, the dual-use technologies for capturing and moving satellites pose significant risks. This capability could theoretically be used to disable or remove active reconnaissance satellites of rival states, including Russia.

Funny how they pretend its not for military purposes 😂

@Slavyangrad