Space solutions company SES has begun construction on a new satellite manufacturing facility in Kockelscheuer, Luxembourg, marking a key step in the firm’s vertical integration and business model transformation.
Key points
•SES commences construction on new satellite manufacturing facility in Kockelscheuer, Luxembourg
•Facility expected to open in 2028, supporting the development of meoSphere and other future satellite systems
•Aims to accelerate innovation, optimize supply chain, and expand SES’s solutions portfolio
The 16,000m² site is set to open in 2028 and will serve as a hub for innovation, supporting SES's development of next-generation satellite networks like meoSphere. The facility is part of Luxembourg’s Space Campus initiative aimed at fostering space industry growth.
With the new manufacturing capabilities, SES aims to accelerate the deployment of secure communications solutions, enhance supply chain optimization, and expand its product portfolio. The project is a joint effort with CDCL Group and POUDRERIE de LUXEMBOURG (ParcLuxite).
“This state-of-the-art facility is a landmark moment for SES,” said Adel Al-Saleh, CEO of SES. “It will enable faster development cycles, greater innovation, and more efficient delivery of next-generation multi-orbit solutions to our customers.”
