Pessoa, Saramago, Camões and Agustina are now in space. Portugal launches new satellites

Portugal has strengthened its presence in space with the launch of six national satellites from the Vandenberg base in California via a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Four of these satellites, named after Portuguese literary figures, were developed by Luso Space to form the Lusíada constellation, aimed at maritime monitoring and communication. Two additional satellites, one from the Air Force and one from CEiiA, were also launched to support the Atlântico constellation. The project, supported by government funding, aims to enhance both civil and military capabilities in Earth observation and maritime communication.