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From communications and entertainment to increasing our understanding of the Earth and the universe, space is today a part of our daily life. It is also crucial for peacekeeping and security.?

EADS Astrium is a world leader in space applications, specialising in the design and manufacture of satellites, with business activities covering civil and military telecommunications and Earth observation, science and navigation programmes, together with the whole range of space equipment and associated ground infrastructure.

In all these fields, EADS Astrium has an impressive track record:

• A world leader in Earth observation satellites
• Prime contractor for over 60 communications satellites
• A key player in the European satellite navigation system Galileo
• A major provider of military space systems
• The European leader in scientific programmes
• A world-class supplier of space vehicle equipment and subsystems for the global space industry