This report provides analysis on the medium-term prospects of Europe’s access to space, starting with the 2014 ESA Ministerial Council resolution for new, competitive, and flexible European launch services. The 2014 decisions and strategy will position the future of Europe in geopolitics and provide the assessment of current and future trends. Prospects of European launchers reveal potential concerns, specifically regarding costs and guarantees of the market. This report provides several measures to overcome such concerns, securing Europe’s gateway to space.
21 February 2025
