Solar eclipse on 14 October: respite from the blazing heat
On Saturday, 14 October 2023, at the heart of the Space Festival at Europe’s spaceport, an annular solar eclipse1 occurred in French Guiana.
Solar eclipse on 14 October: respite from the blazing heat
Space Summit: outcomes for Europe’s spaceport
On 6 and 7 November, the Space Summit was held in Seville, Spain, attended by 22 ESA Member States, who came to a number of agreements on the future of Europe in space. An overview of the agreements relating to Europe’s spaceport.
Space Summit: outcomes for Europe’s spaceport
Wildlife: 10 years of studies at Europe’s spaceport
OFB’s experts and their specialist colleagues are closely analysing the exceptional wildlife of this unique area in French Guiana. Update on ten years of research.
Wildlife: 10 years of studies at Europe’s spaceport
CNES is working to restore the water supply on Royale Island
Since September, the water network supplying Royale Island has been malfunctioning following the breakdown of its seawater filtration system (reverse osmosis plant).
CNES is working to restore the water supply on Royale Island
[Space Museum] Progress report
The future interpretation centre is continuing its makeover Europe’s spaceport. Here’s a look at the latest advances.
[Space Museum] Progress report
[Event] Space Festival at Europe’s spaceport
Europe’s spaceport is organising its very first Space Festival. Celebrated worldwide, it will take place from 13 to 15 October in French Guiana. There’s plenty on the programme to keep you entertained and amazed!
[Event] Space Festival at Europe’s spaceport
EPCU S5 under construction
To meet the objectives of the European programme "Europe’s spaceport New Generation" (CSG Nouvelle Génération), the S5 payload preparation facilities (EPCU) are undergoing a complete overhaul.
EPCU S5 under construction
[Education] Overview of the latest educational projects
Education: “Guyane connectée - Combler les écarts”
The aim of “Guyane Connectée - Combler les écarts” (Connecting Guiana - closing the divide) is to provide high-quality education to pupils in their first and second year of secondary school who live in isolated villages in French Guiana.
Education: “Guyane connectée - Combler les écarts”
Enjoy space-themed summer holidays at Europe’s spaceport!
Ariane 6 is out !
The last Ariane 5 launch calls for a celebration!