Europe’s Ariane 6 to launch first commercial mission

Europe’s Ariane 6 launcher is set to launch its first commercial assignment on March 3, 2025, deploying a French military intelligence satellite from the Kourou base in French Guiana. This launch is crucial for Europe’s security autonomy amidst US-Russia diplomatic changes, following the withdrawal of Ariane 5 and the inability to use Russia’s Soyuz rocket. The CSO-3 satellite will enhance France’s military capabilities, with strict security measures in place to safeguard its sensitive instruments and data.

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