European Microlauncher Projects Vie For Emerging Satellite Market

PLD Space launcher
Credit: PLD Space
For a long time, Europe’s space launcher industry could be boiled down to the addition of the Ariane and Vega programs. However, the region is now seeing microlauncher projects proliferate and, even though they have yet to prove their credentials, they are giving a new dimension to the sector. Seven...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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