Space
Space exploration
Space exploration has captivated humanity's imagination and driven technological innovation for decades, inspiring generations with its promise of discovery and advancement. This fascination has led to significant investments in research and development, transforming not only our understanding of the universe but also our daily lives.
Our company is at the forefront of space exploration and innovation, contributing to some of the most ambitious and groundbreaking missions in the Solar System. From the Sun to Saturn, and from Mercury to Venus, Jupiter and Mars including the Moon, our expertise spans across numerous iconic projects.
Today’s challenges
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Science & Research
Thales drives innovation in space exploration and scientific discovery, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge as well as technological and scientific advancement.
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Crewed space missions
Leveraging its experience onboard the ISS, our company has now become the world leader in pressurized modules, also used for crewed missions. We drive innovation in space exploration, enabling human presence on the Moon and beyond.
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Reduce space debris
Our goal is to limit the propagation of space debris and foster sustainable and eco-friendly space operations by extending satellites’ operational lifetime.