AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSpace Science: ESA’s PLATO mission has cleared a major step, with electromagnetic compatibility tests at ESTEC in Noordwijk confirming its electronics won’t interfere—pushing the planet-hunting telescope closer to launch. Astronomy (French Guiana link): A total solar eclipse will repeat in 2027, with scientists flagging Egypt for the longest totality (about 6 min 23 sec) and noting a different morning schedule than the recent event. Satellite & Connectivity (Kourou, French Guiana): Turkey’s Türksat 3A is retiring, and TV/radio broadcasts will migrate overnight Aug 15–16, 2026 to Türksat 4A; viewers with older receivers may need hardware support beyond a simple scan. Space Industry (Vietnam): VinSpace signed a SpaceX Transporter rideshare launch contract for 2027, aiming to make Vietnam’s first privately funded commercial satellite mission. Forensics & Environment (Amazon): Brazil is using “gold fingerprinting” at a federal “gold lab” to trace seized gold back to protected areas, targeting illegal mining and mercury contamination. Security & Regional Tech: Venezuelan authorities allege Suriname (via Guyana) is used as a transit point in a cocaine route to Europe, after arrests and an illegal airstrip were reported.
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