Tyvak International Signs Contract for ESA's RAMSES Mission to Study Asteroid Apophis
DEFENSE
Tyvak International has signed a contract with ESA for the development of 'Farinella', a 6U CubeSat for the RAMSES mission. This mission aims to study the asteroid Apophis during its close approach to Earth on April 13, 2029.
The satellite will be equipped with instruments to gather scientific data, contributing to planetary defense strategies. The project follows the completion of the Critical Design Review in January 2026, with a launch targeted for 2028.
Feb 13, 2026, 6:06 AM
