Space
To better understand humanity’s place in the universe, hunt for exoplanets and search for extraterrestrial life, researchers use advanced high-tech instrumentation. For decades, TNO has developed these instruments. A technological heritage that now places us at the forefront of optical satellite communication and a space-enabled quantum internet, that will provide secure broadband connectivity across the world.

Pioneering space innovation
From pioneering climate research and satellites for observation systems to non-invasive medical research, chip manufacturing and satellite communications.
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Our latest developments
60 Years of Space Innovation: Pioneering Beyond Earth
TNO's laser communication terminal secures prestigious win at EARTO Innovation Awards


TNO launches Qu-STAR to pioneer quantum internet via space


This is our time: Industrialising TNO's optical satellite communication technology


This is our time: working on breakthroughs in laser satellite communication




