Year of the launchers for ESA
Date: Fri, Jan 28, 2011 | 07:30 - 07:45 GMT | 08:30 - 08:45 CET
Type: ESA TV Exchange
Format: 16:9
2011 will mark a revolution for Europe in space: before the end of the year, next to the heavy Ariane 5, two launchers will complete ESA's portfolio: Soyuz and Vega will have their inaugural flights from Guyane. With Ariane, Soyuz and Vega Europe will be able to launch any satellite on any orbit. The Europe's Space Port is taking a new and wider shape. This Video shows the status of both Soyuz and Vega facilities specially built in Guyane. Tests are underway before the first missions planned between this summer and end of the year.
More backgroud information can be found on: http://www.esa.int/SPECIALS/Launchers_Home/index.html
Script:
EbS75131.doc
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