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AUTONOMOUS LEO ACCELERATED DEMO DOCKING TO ISS NODE (ALADDIN)
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| Reference | AO-1-13217 |
|---|---|
| Source programme | esa |
| Type | tender |
| Segment | Open Competition |
| Status | closed |
| Closing date | 2026-05-07 |
| Indicative budget | > 500 KEURO |
| Last updated | 2026-04-14 |
What this call is about
The LEO Cargo Return Service (LCRS) provides an ad-hoc partnership scheme, whereby private companies receive support from ESA for the development of commercial cargo transportation services to human outposts in LEO.
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