Following the profound transformation of the space industry in the last decade, the European model, which relied mainly on public support, has become obsolete in an emerging economy dominated by the US, China and India. “This model is no longer adequate for today’s global, competitive space economy,” says the latest report on the EU’s single… Read More »
Shaping an ambitious and stable space agenda for Europe requires not only diplomatic confidence but also a solid foundation in science and engineering. Indeed, these are essential qualifications when working with the 22 member countries of the European Space Agency (ESA). Josef Aschbacher He is the director general of ESA and will assume this role… Read More »
Five new European astronauts and the first astronaut from the Australian Space Agency are now ready to “jump” into their first flight missions after completing basic training. On Monday, April 22, the European Space Agency (ESA) held a graduation ceremony for “Hoppers”, the nickname of the new astronauts selected in 2022. Sophie, who performed at… Read More »
Europe’s new heavy-lift rocket finally has a firm launch date. European Space Agency (ESA) Ariane 6 rocket arianespace Officials in the test team announced on Thursday, November 30, that they will not launch their first mission into space before June 15, 2024. There will be a number of small on board satellitesincluding two of them… Read More »