The Exploration Company

French and German spacecraft manufacturer

The Exploration Company is an aerospace company aimed at advancing space exploration and technology. Its goal is to make space accessible for research, commercial, and exploration purposes. The company has been developing cutting-edge spacecraft and exploration systems.[1]

History

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The Exploration Company was established by a group of aerospace engineers and entrepreneurs who wanted a future where space would be more accessible to both public and private sectors.[2] The founders, drawing on their extensive experience in the aerospace industry, sought to create a company that could develop reliable and cost-effective solutions for space missions.[3]

Initially, the company focused on designing and testing small satellites and exploration probes. These initial projects provided experience and laid the groundwork for more ambitious endeavours.[4]

The Exploration Company soon secured significant contracts with various governmental space agencies and private sector clients. This period marked a rapid expansion in the company’s operations and capabilities.[5] The Exploration Company has set its sights on manned missions and the establishment of permanent human presence on other celestial bodies. The company’s long-term vision includes the development of infrastructure for space habitats and the facilitation of space tourism.[6] With a solid track record and a clear vision for the future, The Exploration Company is poised to play a pivotal role in the next era of space exploration.[7]

References

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  1. Federation, International Astronautical. "IAF : The Exploration Company GmbH". www.iafastro.org. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  2. "Hogan Lovells advises various investors in the €40 million fundraising of The Exploration Company". www.hoganlovells.com. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  3. https://www.barrons.com/articles/exploration-company-space-capital-raising-51675264456
  4. Parsonson, Andrew (2022-02-23). "The Exploration Company aims to offer Europe independent access to space". European Spaceflight. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  5. Lamigeon, Vincent (2023-02-01). "Nyx, la capsule spatiale européenne qui veut concurrencer SpaceX". Challenges (in French). Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  6. "Spatial : Et le jour de gloire est arrivé pour The Exploration Company". La Tribune (in French). 2023-09-12CEST09:13:00+0200. Retrieved 2024-07-23. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  7. "Signature of industrial contracts for the consolidation of the common building blocks for future European reusable launch systems". www.esa.int. Retrieved 2024-07-23.