Ariane 6: made in Spain

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.

As participating state in the Ariane 6 programme Spain contributed 4.7% to its development up to the inaugural flight. Spanish companies provide structural components through Airbus, communication systems with Thales Alenia Space, control infrastructure with Sener and GTD as well as tool suppliers Inventia Kinetics and ground support suppliers HV Sistemas all contributing to Europe’s heavy-lift launcher.

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.