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.
Find out more about space activities in our 23 Member States, and understand how ESA works together with their national agencies, institutions and organisations.
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
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This summer millions of viewers will be captivated by three of the biggest sports events on the planet. With EURO 2016 well underway, the Tour de France and the Olympics soon to begin we can reflect on how these massive events benefits from space technology. Worldwide broadcast made possible by satellites and ground infrastructure. The use of satellites for broadcast used to be expensive but with improvements in technology smaller events can now also benefit from satellite broadcast. The technological improvements allow for higher bandwidth signals improving on quality and in the future hold the promise of a more immersive television experience..