Thales Alenia Space

Thales Alenia Space
Description: Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales Group and Leonardo, stands as a prominent player in the global space industry. With a diverse portfolio encompassing telecommunications, Earth observation, navigation, and space exploration, the company contributes significantly to both commercial and governmental space endeavors. Recent contracts, such as the development of the EnVision satellite and the Argonaut lunar lander, underscore its pivotal role in advancing space technology and exploration.
Vision:
The company envisions contributing to a better and more sustainable life on Earth through its space technologies.
Mission:
Thales Alenia Space aims to be a global leader in the space industry by delivering innovative solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science, and orbital infrastructures.
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Key Milestones:
  • 2025: Awarded a €367 million contract by the European Space Agency (ESA) to build the EnVision satellite for Venus exploration.
  • 2025: Secured an €862 million contract to develop Europe's first lunar cargo vehicle, the Argonaut lander.
  • 2024: Selected by ESA, alongside The Exploration Company, to develop a cargo ship for the International Space Station.
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Products & Services:
  • Telecommunications Satellites: : Design and manufacture of geostationary and low Earth orbit satellites for various communication needs.
  • Earth Observation: Development of satellites and payloads for environmental monitoring and climate change studies.
  • Navigation Systems: Contribution to global navigation satellite systems like Galileo.
  • Space Exploration: Involvement in missions such as the EnVision mission to Venus and the Argonaut lunar lander.
  • Orbital Infrastructures: Participation in the development of modules for the International Space Station and the Lunar Gateway.
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