ArianeGroup

ArianeGroup is a prominent aerospace company based in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France, established in 2015 as a joint venture between Airbus and Safran. The company specializes in the design, development, production, and operation of civil and military space launch systems, with a particular emphasis on propulsion technologies and space transportation solutions. As the lead contractor for Europe’s Ariane 5 and Ariane 6 launcher families, ArianeGroup manages the entire lifecycle of these launchers, from design to production. The next-generation Ariane 6, set to launch on July 9, 2024, features two variants capable of carrying payloads ranging from 10,350 to 21,650 kilograms. In addition to its space activities, ArianeGroup manufactures France’s M51 nuclear submarine-launched ballistic missile, contributing to defense capabilities. The company operates through two main subsidiaries: Arianespace, which offers launch services, and ArianeWorks, focused on next-generation technologies like the reusable Themis rocket booster. With around 9,000 employees across France and Germany, ArianeGroup plays a vital role in supporting Europe’s strategic independence in space access.