ESA Partners with Firms for Commercial Space Cargo Service
TL;DR
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed contracts with The Exploration Company and Thales Alenia Space to develop a commercial cargo return service to and from the International Space Station by 2030. Each company will receive 25 million euros to support their projects, with demonstrations expected by 2028. This initiative aims to enhance Europe's independence in space operations and prepare for the post-ISS era.
Topics:sciencescience-and-exploration#esa#european-industry#international-space-station#low-earth-orbit#science-and-exploration#space-cargo
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