Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), is a premier provider of satellite systems, orbital infrastructure, and space-based applications. The company specializes in telecommunications satellites, Earth observation, space exploration modules, and navigation systems. Known for its commitment to space innovation, sustainability, and autonomous technologies, Thales Alenia Space plays a critical role in large-scale programs including Galileo, Copernicus, and ISS modules. With manufacturing and engineering hubs across Europe and an international footprint, it serves institutional and commercial space customers worldwide.
Under ESA’s HydRON project, Thales Alenia Space will develop the first all-optical, multi-orbit space network and enhance Europe’s technological independence in advanced connectivity services.
The Copernicus CO2M mission will meet the European Union’s high-priority requirements to measure atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by human activity.
The Sentinel-1C will supply vital radar imagery for understanding and preserving our planet using data to monitor landslides, earthquakes, volcanic activity, polar ice, deforestation, water resources, and also aid disaster response.
This innovative program is the first French constellation of new-generation satellites specially designed to detect & measure human-induced carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from industrial sites.
The Koreasat 6A satellite, developed by Thales Alenia Space, boosts South Korea’s communication and navigation capabilities, supporting KASS for air and land applications.
Along with Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission, the two-satellite Harmony constellation will provide a new information which will make significant contributions to climate research and risk monitoring.
Thales Alenia Space and ESA have signed a €164 million contract amendment to expand and optimize the ESPRIT module, enhancing the Lunar Gateway's communications, refueling, and logistics capabilities for NASA's Artemis program.