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The European Space Agency (ESA) has entered into a €40 million agreement with Avio, an Italian aerospace firm, to develop a reusable upper stage rocket aimed at enhancing Europe’s ability to conduct sustainable space missions. This significant partnership was announced during the 2025 International Astronautical Congress (IAC) held in Sydney and has already ignited discussions […]

Pangea Aerospace is at the forefront of innovation in aerospike engine technology, a field that has seen interest reignite in recent years due to advancements in materials and manufacturing techniques. The company’s flagship project, the Arcos engine, showcases how modern engineering can revitalize an engine concept that has been theorized for over half a century […]

Space exploration has taken monumental strides in recent years, ushering in a new era of discovery and understanding of our universe. Among the most exciting developments are the contemporary missions designed to unearth the secrets held within dark matter and dark energy, the invisible constituents of the cosmos that, while misunderstood, may hold keys to […]

Eight exciting launches are lined up for this week, showcasing a flurry of activity primarily led by SpaceX and noteworthy international missions from Russia and Europe. On the forefront, four Falcon 9 launches are scheduled, including two customer-driven missions and two from the Starlink constellation, representing a dynamic leap in satellite communication technology. The first […]

The landscape of spaceflight is continuously evolving, and Europe is positioning itself as a key player, particularly within the scope of reentry technology. This evolution is primarily fueled by innovative endeavors like those of ATMOS Space Cargo, which is pioneering the development of advanced reentry vehicles designed to make returning payloads to Earth more accessible […]

As the fourth private Dragon mission to the International Space Station (ISS) approaches, anticipation is building around the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission. Scheduled for launch on June 11 at 8:00 AM EDT, this mission is not just another notch in the remarkable journey of commercial spaceflight; it represents a historic gathering of astronauts from Poland, Hungary, […]

The Biomass mission, a cornerstone of the European Space Agency’s Earth Explorer initiative, has embarked on a pivotal journey to deepen our understanding of global forests and their crucial role in regulating Earth’s climate. This unprecedented mission sets out with several ambitious objectives, all underpinned by cutting-edge technology that marks a significant evolution in Earth […]

The preliminary images released by the European Space Agency (ESA) from its ambitious Euclid mission provide an exhilarating glimpse into the boundless tapestry of the universe. With its sensitive instruments, Euclid has begun to unravel the myriad secrets nestled within the cosmic expanse, a journey into the heart of what we think we know about […]

In a significant stride towards establishing a robust European launch ecosystem, MaiaSpace is positioning itself as a trailblazer with its ambitious plans for developing reusable orbital vehicles. This French company’s innovative approach combines existing technologies and strategic design optimizations to create a competitive mini-launcher poised to redefine Europe’s access to space. Yohann Leroy, CEO of […]

Overview of the Extremely Large Telescope The Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) represents a monumental leap forward in our quest to explore the cosmos. With an astonishing planned diameter of 39 meters, this colossal observatory will allow scientists to view the universe with unprecedented detail, pushing the boundaries of what we know about our galaxy and […]