In partnership with
Introducing the European Space Champion—a newly formed consortium headquartered in Toulouse that will employ 25,000 specialists and generate an estimated €6.5 billion in annual revenue.
🌍 A Unified Front in Space Innovation
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have combined their strengths across critical sectors, including:
Earth observation
Human and robotic space exploration
Satellite navigation and communications
Space security and emerging threats
Leaders of all three companies call the move “a decisive turning point for Europe’s position in the global space race.”
A senior Airbus official put it bluntly:
“The true risk would be remaining idle while the rest of the world accelerates.”
🔍 Why Now? Global Competition Is Heating Up
The US and China have sharply increased government funding for space development.
SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, has dramatically lowered launch costs and revolutionized rocket technology.
Its Starship vehicle—currently the world’s most powerful spacecraft—will play a central role in NASA’s Artemis Moon landing planned for 2027.
Europe’s response?
A coordinated, multinational organization structured similarly to defence heavyweight MBDA, ensuring collaboration without sacrificing national interests.
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🇪🇺 National Divisions to Support Local Strength
The new venture will include five national companies:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇫🇷 France
🇮🇹 Italy
🇩🇪 Germany
🇪🇸 Spain
This ensures each country maintains strategic oversight while contributing to the shared European mission.
An Airbus UK spokesperson highlighted the importance of this collaboration:
“The UK cannot realistically compete in this field alone. Working with our European partners secures long-term industry stability and jobs.”
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