ESA awards Italian firm nearly 50 million euros for mini Starship design

September 30, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

The European Space Agency has contracted an Italian company to develop a preliminary design for a small reusable rocket inspired by SpaceX's Starship. The deal, worth nearly 50 million euros, aims to bolster Europe's independent space access. This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to create cost-effective launch capabilities.