Europe Launches Push To Remain Relevant In Space

Concept art of Exploration Co. cargo capsule in space

ESA is seeking additional financing for its low-Earth-orbit cargo service initiative. The Exploration Co. has developed an option (pictured), and so has Thales Alena Space.

Credit: The Exploration Company Concept
Europe’s space agenda for 2025 is heating up. The European Space Agency is laying the groundwork to secure funding for new Earth observation and exploration activities, while the European Commission wants to create a single space market and increase launcher competition within the region. The...
Robert Wall

Robert Wall is Executive Editor for Defense and Space. Based in London, he directs a team of military and space journalists across the U.S., Europe and Asia-Pacific.

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