Excitement among spectators as Ariane 6 launches MTG-I2
Ariane 6 launched the MTG-I2 satellite from French Guiana, a new Meteosat that strengthens Europe's weather monitoring. Euronews spoke to attendees after the event to share their excitement.
The MTG-I2, launched aboard an Ariane 6 rocket from Europe's spaceport in French Guiana on 27 August 2026. - Copyright ESA
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Published on 31/08/2026 - 11:51 GMT+2•Updated 21:55
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Ariane 6 launched the MTG-I2 satellite from French Guiana, a new Meteosat that strengthens Europe's weather monitoring. Euronews spoke to attendees after the event to share their excitement.
Witnessing the launch of a rocket is not something you can enjoy every day; only a few lucky spectators were able to watch live from French Guiana as Ariane 6 placed MTG-I2 into orbit, the new generation of weather satellites that will monitor the climatic conditions affecting Earth.
Those attending the event in Tucán were keen to share with "Euronews" how it felt to hear the deafening roar of the launch, which they see as a new milestone in Europe's conquest of space for science.
With this third-generation Meteosat satellite, Europe is positioning itself at the forefront of the monitoring and prevention of weather events.
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