NZ Space Agency declines to explain MethaneSAT handover delays

RNZNZ HeraldTuesday 25 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The New Zealand Space Agency has not provided reasons for delays in handing over control of the MethaneSAT satellite to Auckland University. The multi-million dollar project involves a US-owned satellite and a nearly $30 million contribution from the New Zealand Government.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 25 Feb 2025, 8:59am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 minutes
  1. RNZRNZ

    'Kia Ora, Steve' and little else: No answers from NZ's Space Agency about delays in space mission (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    NZ Space Agency silent on MethaneSAT satellite handover delay (opens in new tab)