APR Technologies signs Airbus UpNext deal to test thermal switch in orbit
APR Technologies signed an agreement with Airbus UpNext to test a Rheion-based thermal switch on the SpaceRAN demonstrator. Delivery is planned for late 2026 or early 2027, with in-orbit tests scheduled for 2028; the deal covers testing and validation only, with no guaranteed follow-on orders.
1. Testing schedule
APR Technologies signed an agreement with Airbus UpNext to test a Rheion-based thermal switch on the SpaceRAN demonstrator. Delivery is planned for late 2026 or early 2027, and in-orbit tests are scheduled for 2028.
2. Commercial scope
The program targets one year of in-orbit flight heritage to support future commercialization in space and defense applications. The deal covers testing and validation only and does not include guaranteed follow-on orders.
