Debris field

A striking collection of photographs that tells the story surrounding the millions of human-made fragments trapped in Earth’s orbit is on show in London.

The ‘Our Fragile Space’ exhibit – created by renowned space industry photographer Max Alexander – highlights the vital role satellites play in everyday life and the measures taken by ESA to promote the responsible use of their orbital environment.

It combines a series of unique pictures with the insights of space experts from Europe and beyond.

This image was created from 250 individual photographs that feature examples of debris in orbit.