ESA Chief: Europe Must Develop Reusable Rockets to Compete with SpaceX

European Space Agency director Josef Aschbacher emphasizes the urgent need for Europe to develop a Reusable launch vehicle to compete with Elon Musks SpaceX in the space launch industry.

• Josef Aschbacher, director of the European Space Agency, stated that Europe must swiftly develop a Reusable launch vehicle to regain competitiveness against the dominant SpaceX.
• The recent withdrawal of Russia from providing rocket launches has left Europe relying on outdated options, prompting the need for the new Ariane 6 rocket.
• The Ariane 6 rocket launch, which faced multiple delays, marks an attempt by Europe to revive its independent capabilities in the space sector and reduce dependence on external providers.