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Veragon announces creation of space program

Veragon
26-05-2006, 22:06
The Dominion of Veragon has announced that it will be ramping up its satellite program, which has thus far launched a number of civilian communications and observation satellites, alongside several military models, into a full blown space program.

The purpose of this program is to encourage research and development of new high technology systems, and the commercial use of space. Tens of billions will be invested into new facilities, administration duties, and the establishment of an extensive and highly capable staff.

The first goals of the newly expanded space program will be to develop new, more efficient launching systems, and create a plan for the cost effective movement of materials and personnel from the earth to space, via a variety of systems such as space elevators, shuttles, and other methods. Once an approriate method has been settled upon, a timetable will be created and work will begin in the construction of these systems.

In the meantime, the Veragon government is offering up to $6 billion in bursaries to private corporations, both foreign and domestic, who are interested in development private spacecraft and systems.