MTG-S1 commissioned and in position for weather forecasting
Written by Copernical Team Wednesday, 15 July 2026 06:39-
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One year after launch, the first Meteosat Third Generation Sounder satellite, MTG-S1, is now commissioned and has been placed in its operational position in geostationary orbit at 0° longitude, and is now ready to deliver vital data to strengthen weather forecasting across Europe.