What Happened
Italian Industry Leads In European And International Space Programmes
Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales and Leonardo, has established itself as a leading player in the space economy. With a strong network of collaborations with European and international space programmes, the company is working on various projects, including Sentinel-1 NG and IRIDE. Thales Alenia Space is also developing a demonstrator for in-orbit services, aimed at extending satellites’ operational life and reducing costs and space debris. The company’s expansion is driven by its focus on innovation and synergies between public and private sectors, as reported by Renewable Matter.