The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
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Exploring our Solar System and unlocking the secrets of the Universe
Go to topicProtecting life and infrastructure on Earth and in orbit
Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
Go to topicFootball World Cup is starting this week. All eyes will be looking at the South African stadiums. This event could not be so widely popular without the satellites launched in space which are relaying all the images to the rest of the planet. This story explains how space technology, notably developed by European Industry, is evolving to better support such events.