Discovery Program

Launchers Launchers- Find information about the Ariane launch vehicle, Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana, and launcher technology. Observing the Earth Observing the Earth- Features the latest news on missions and satellites of the European Space Agency, with images and animations from previous journeys. European Centre for Space Law European Centre for Space Law- ECSL aims to build up and spread an understanding of the legal framework relevant to space activities. Includes details of charter and publications,… European Space Policy Institute European Space Policy Institute- ESPI aims to provide decision-makers with an independent view and analysis on mid- to longterm issues relevant to the use of space. ESTRACK Tracking Stations ESTRACK Tracking Stations- The ESA tracking stations network, ESTRACK, is a worldwide system of ground stations providing links between satellites in orbit and the ESA Operations … ESA Spacecraft Operations ESA Spacecraft Operations- ESOC, the European Space Operations Centre, is situated in Darmstadt, Germany and is responsible for controlling ESA satellites using a sophisticated ar… Telecommunications Telecommunications- Features regularly updated news on European telecommunication satellites and the latest developments regarding Artemis and ARTES. Space Science Space Science- Features news and resources to inspire the general public and inform the media on the latest discoveries in space exploration, the search for life on other planets,… Navigation Navigation- Features the latest news on space-based navigation systems and Galileo and EGNOS. Human Spaceflight Human Spaceflight- ESA's Human Spaceflight site features the latest news in astronauts, the International Space Station (ISS), research in space, and education. ESA Kids ESA Kids- A kid friendly website from the European Space Agency offering space related information, games, quizzes, and photos. European Space Agency (ESA) European Space Agency (ESA)- Resource for European launchers, space science, telecommunications, Earth observation, and manned spaceflight. Updated information on launches, spacec…