Space technology and satellite data are increasingly indispensable for safety, (vital) infrastructure, science and sustainability. The Long-term Space Agenda (LTR) contains 6 missions to improve the Dutch position in this sector. The Council of Ministers has agreed to the proposal of Minister Beljaarts of Economic Affairs to endorse the vision and ambitions in the LTR. The cabinet will also decide this spring on whether or not to provide a possible financial boost.
The House of Representatives was informed about this government response by Minister Beljaarts, also on behalf of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Defence, Infrastructure and Water Management, and Education, Culture and Science.
Minister Beljaarts: “The Netherlands is in a strong position to profit from this growth market. Thanks to a solid foundation with strong companies, renowned knowledge institutions and also the presence of the technical headquarters of ESA: ESTEC in Noordwijk. The technologies in this sector make a proven contribution to our economy, safety and infrastructure and are in line with the National Technology Strategy. At the same time, there is unfortunately a limited financial scope that requires choices. The government will make these in order to achieve a number of important milestones from the agenda.”
