D 3.3 Survey of existing use of space assets by European polar operators

This report (D3.3) is a component of EU-PolarNet work package 3 which encompasses Infrastructures, Facilities and Data. The task objective is to consider joint programming of infrastructure to enable bigger and more complex science projects. In summary this report has the following aims: • Summarise the current use of space assets to support polar operations by European polar programmes, highlighting the unique role of space technology for the polar regions. • Identify space facilities and services which polar operators are reliant on. • Address how to improve coordination of stakeholders in the European space program, including Galileo, Copernicus and the European Space Agency. • Recommend approaches for wider and more coordinated access to space assets to support polar infrastructure and operations