Ariane 6: made in Norway

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.

Norway’s share of the Ariane 6 development programme is 0.4%, with contributions by companies such as Kongsberg and Nammo supplying booster attachments, igniters, separation rocket motors, level conditioners and optical and mechanical safety barriers.

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.