The Big Question: Can European Astronauts Get to Space without NASA?

The Big Question: Can European astronauts get to space without NASA?

The space industry, currently valued at €600 billion, is expected to grow by 10% a year, according to European Space Agency (ESA) director general Josef Aschbacher. He spoke to the Big Question about how Europe can benefit from this booming industry.

Europe Needs More Rockets. Can Its Launch Industry Keep Up?

ESA is reviewing Europe's rocket launch capacity as satellite demand grows, while funding new launch providers alongside Ariane 6 and Vega-C.

ESA Director General Outlines €10 Billion 10-Year Plan for Sovereign European Crewed Spaceflight – SatNews

On October 5, 2026, European Space Agency (ESA) Director General Josef Aschbacher outlined a 10-year, €10 billion ($10.9 billion) proposal to establish an independent European crewed spaceflight capability. Presented ahead […]