PRELUDE
ESA in-orbit demonstration of ClearSpace's capture technology, a step toward operational debris removal.
Timeline
Arianespace contract for ClearSpace-1AMay 2023
ESA and ClearSpace announce PRELUDEBJan 2026
PRELUDE launchesC2027
A May 2023 Arianespace contract for ClearSpace-1
B Jan 2026 ESA and ClearSpace announce PRELUDE
C 2027 PRELUDE launchesIN PROGRESS