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UARX Space, a European leader in satellite deployment and in-space transportation systems, today announced the signing of a contract with ATMOS Space Cargo(ATMOS), a European space logistics company developing reusable return systems.
Under the agreement, UARX Space will supply its SAU&RON 24-inch separation system for ATMOS’ PHOENIX 2 orbital transfer and return vehicle (OTRV). UARX will also provide technical support during the vehicle’s integration campaign ahead of its upcoming free-flyer mission in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
“Reliable and predictable separation is a prerequisite for any controlled re-entry mission,” said Dr. Christian Grimm, Lead Systems Engineer and Co-Founder at ATMOS Space Cargo. “As part of our system-level trade-off process for PHOENIX 2, SAU&RON met the performance and interface requirements defined for this mission architecture. The agreement with UARX supports our objective of reducing technical risk ahead of re-entry operations.”
PHOENIX 2 is a reusable orbital transfer and return vehicle (OTRV) developed as part of ATMOS Space Cargo’s end-to-end space logistics architecture, combining orbital payload operations in Low Earth Orbit with controlled de-orbit, atmospheric re-entry, and recovery. The launch of PHOENIX 2 is scheduled for the second half of 2026.
“ATMOS is redefining what is possible with its PHOENIX family of reusable re-entry vehicles, and we are proud to support such an ambitious program through this new contract,” said Dr. Andrés Villa Granata, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder at UARX Space. “With our top-tier separation systems and extensive flight heritage in deploying payloads to orbit, we are committed to providing ATMOS with the most reliable separation solution available on the market.”
UARX Space has developed SAU&RON, a family of spacecraft separation systems designed under the most demanding industry standards. Backed by significant flight heritage, SAU&RON is already cataloged and qualified for use on most of the world’s leading launch vehicles.
As part of the mission, ATMOS Space Cargo will conduct launch integration, orbital operations, telemetry and command, autonomous de-orbit, atmospheric re-entry, and recovery operations in a designated area near Santa Maria Island in the Azores, Portugal.
About ATMOS Space Cargo
ATMOS Space Cargo is a European space company developing free-flying reusable orbital transfer and return vehicles (OTRV) for controlled cargo transport, operations, and return from Low Earth Orbit. With engineering and operations sites in Germany and France, ATMOS provides autonomous in-orbit and return infrastructure. ATMOS connects activities in LEO with terrestrial industry and complements station-based platforms for commercial and institutional use cases. https://atmos-space-cargo.com
Media Contact: Krystian Bandzimiera, Head of Communications krystian.bandzimiera@atmos-space-cargo.com
About UARX Space
Founded in 2020 and based in Galicia, Spain, UARX Space is a European space technology company with flight-proven products, proprietary orbital mobility capabilities, and a global customer base. The company is one of the few worldwide developing orbital transfer vehicles with deployment and IOD capabilities, addressing the rapidly growing demand for precise, cost-efficient, and flexible in-space transportation.
UARX Space has an established commercial track record with TRL 9 separation systems that are globally recognized and cataloged, generating recurring revenue from international customers. Complementing this, the company develops its own avionics and flight electronics, reinforcing technological independence and creating multiple paths for scalability and strategic integration. With validated technology, market traction, and a lean European footprint, UARX Space represents a highly attractive platform for strategic investors and acquirers seeking exposure to the fast-growing in-space logistics and satellite infrastructure markets.
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