The Galileo system has been offering initial services since almost a year and the performances are great. Independent measurements and evaluation of the system show that the European system is currently the best satellite positioning system in the world.

On 12 December an Ariane 5 will launch from Kourou with 4 new Galileo satellites, adding to the constellation which is set to be completed next year.

This A&B roll shows the preparation of Galileo sat 19-22 in Kourou and includes an interview with Paul Verhoef, Director of Navigation Programmes, ESA in English, French and Dutch.