Ariane 6: made in Sweden

Ariane 6 is Europe’s flagship heavy-lift rocket. Modular, versatile and powerful, it was made possible by companies, institutions and countless individuals around Europe working together with expertise and dedication.

Sweden, a founding member of the European Space Agency (ESA) and host of the Esrange Space Centre located in Kiruna, is also an important contributor of Ariane 6, contributing 1.5% of the development programme up to the inaugural flight.

GKN Aerospace’s engines division is based in Sweden and provides components such as turbines and nozzle extensions for Ariane 6’s rocket engines.

This series of infographics is looking at the parts and components needed to assemble the Ariane 6 rocket – supplied by companies from the 13 ESA Member States participating to the Ariane 6 programme. Together they contribute the best of their know-how to build Europe's heavy-lift launcher under the guidance of main contractor ArianeGroup who also designed the Ariane 6 rocket.