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The European Space Agency has selected Astroscale UK to lead the In-Orbit Refurbishment and Upgrading Service project, collaborating with BAE Systems. A £350,000 Phase A study over eight months will assess robotic systems for satellite refurbishment in orbit and its commercial viability. The study aims to establish a method for upgrading subsystems like batteries and solar panels, potentially shifting the space economy from single-use satellites to sustainable servicing.