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Great to see the final result of our animation development for and together with ESA’s FLPP. Different style, same great impact! Brought to life by one of our talented MediaLab 3D artists, Kees van der Vijver, this animation highlights key innovations of the Future Launchers Preparatory Program (#FLPP) including reusable launchers, space tugs, and Odyssey - the cosmic gas station extending mission lifespans. European Space Agency - ESA is pioneering a future where modular, reusable launchers seamlessly integrate with in-space transportation vehicles that can dock, refuel, and service payloads. Europe is gearing up towards making space travel smoother, smarter, and built to last and we are proud to contribute to that! Watch the animation and see the future of space travel in motion!

ATG Engineering is proud to join 26 Dutch high-tech companies and knowledge institutions in developing crucial technologies for the Einstein Telescope! Among the six consortia, the Thermal Deformations Consortium is working to keep the telescope’s laser beams crystal clear by tackling distortions caused by small temperature variations. We’re glad to be part of this effort, alongside our partners in the consortium: TNO, Sioux Technologies, Hoursec, NOVA Netherlands Research School for Astronomy, Nikhef (National Institute for Subatomic Physics), and Demcon. Exciting times for Dutch high-tech innovation! *The Einstein Telescope aims to capture signals from just after the Big Bang and explore the nature of black holes, making it a game-changer for physics, astronomy, and technological advancement.

Back at JEC World 2025: Joining the global gathering for composites innovation! Recently, JEC World brought together the value chain of the composites industry in Paris, making it the ultimate destination for professionals from over 100 countries in the field. We couldn’t miss such an important event, as both a former winner of the JEC Aerospace Category Parts award and a dedicated provider of composite solutions. Last year, the award and display of our central tube sparked curiosity and recognition, paving the way for greater engagement. This time around, we saw a more application-driven interest as new manufacturers and customers explored our patented lattice technology with a focus on the potential for integration into their developments. And of course, JEC World is also about strengthening existing partnerships. We were glad to reconnect with   some of our trusted partners - ÉireComposites Teo , Ostseestaal GmbH & Co. KG, Toray Advanced Composites, and ELIGIO RE FRASCHINI S.P.A.. These partnerships strengthen our supply chain, ensuring that we continue delivering high quality products to our customers at competitive prices. If you didn’t catch us at JEC World 2025, don’t worry—we’ll be present at other key industry events soon and details will come later! #JECWorld2025 #Composites #Innovation #Space  #Engineering

Tomorrow is International Women’s Day!   At ATG, we value all our employees - regardless of race, gender, and belief — but tomorrow, we take a moment to especially celebrate our female colleagues. We recognize the incredible contributions of our female scientists, managers, IT specialists, office managers, legal advisors, communicators, engineers and many more.   And even though (or maybe because) we’ve been well underway, we continue to strive for a balanced and inclusive company, where all genders are well-represented and play vital roles across all departments at every level.   Here’s to you, ladies!

Back from the Small Satellites & Services International Forum (SSSIF25) in Málaga, and what an event it was! For ATG Europe, SSSIF was the opportunity to strengthen our network within Spain’s growing space ecosystem. Great to see launch providers and satellite manufacturers showing strong interest in our engineering services as well as our composite solutions offering weight and cost-saving benefits. Meanwhile, communication teams in both the public and private sector increasingly see the added value of our MediaLab visual productions in their messaging, and there is a clear demand for ATG’s technical expertise across the board. If we spoke at #SSSIF25, let’s keep these connections and turn them into collaborations. We are looking forward to what’s next!

At Your Service – ECO-29 Service for Human Robot Exploration ATG Europe has launched its communication and outreach support service for ESA’s Human and Robotic Exploration (HRE) Directorate, marking the start of the ECO-29 service* on January 2, 2025. This week, a seminar was held at ATG HQ to reinforce the team’s identity, clarify workflows with ESA, and prepare for both standard and critical operational scenarios. Ensuring a smooth transition from previous services, our team is adapting to ESA’s evolving approach to service implementation. The ECO-29 service stands out for its multidisciplinary, experienced team, many of whom have held key roles within ESA for years. With nearly half of the workforce coming from different companies, ATG Europe has also implemented an efficient subcontracting scheme, ensuring a strong and versatile support structure. *The ECO-29 service supports ESA’s communication goals by coordinating with the International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG) and engaging diverse audiences through media, outreach, and strategic support. It enhances the visibility and impact of Terrae Novae missions by assisting HRE management, boosting public and professional engagement, and producing impactful communication materials. Stay tuned for more updates on ECO-29’s journey with ESA! 🚀

ATG Europe kicked off the new year with celebrations across our locations! From themed parties to cozy gatherings, we come together to share joyful and memorable moments. As we move forward into the year, this energy will stay and pave the way for continued growth and collaboration!

We’re proud to continue supporting the European Space Agency (ESA) as part of the EJR-Quartz consortium for their Communications Service Provision (CSP) contract. As ESA’s communications needs evolve across editorial, video, graphics, corporate public affairs, and logistics, ATG Europe is contributing with our expertise in logistics and organizational support. Collaborating alongside trusted partners — EJR-Quartz, Publicis Sapient, and World Wide Group — we’re ready to help deliver streamlined, impactful communications for the work ESA does for space exploration and innovation. Here’s to supporting eight new Earth Observation missions, the Ariane 64 launch, and so much more this year!

Pathfinder Hawk: The first step of many! Last week, the HEO (Hawk for Earth Observation) Pathfinder microsatellite successfully entered orbit! This marks the launch of the first satellite in the Hawk for Earth Observation constellation, part of the IRIDE programme—an ambitious Italian space initiative funded by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). Coordinated by the European Space Agency (ESA) with support from the Italian Space Agency (ASI), the IRIDE programme involves the deployment of six satellite constellations, one of which is Hawk for Earth Observation, developed by the Italian company Argotec, based in San Mauro Torinese.  As a pathfinder, the HEO microsatellite serves as a prototype for what is to come in the following years: the creation of Italy's Earth observation constellation This end-to-end system will include both the upstream component (satellite constellations), the downstream component (ground operational infrastructure), and the service segment—ultimately providing a wide range of geospatial services to institutional users. ATG is extremely proud of the role we continue to play in this program, and of our colleagues working together with ESA and ASI to make it a success. For example, we support IRIDE by providing technical assistance to the integrated project team (covering end-to-end technical reviews), as well as communication services. This year alone, a further 9 HEO satellites are planned for launch, with 15 more expected in 2026. As we move forward, there will be much more progress to witness. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the ATG team for this remarkable achievement! 

At your service! As one of the main service providers to the European Space Agency, we have over the years built up a strong portfolio of services in several domains. We’ve always wanted to share more about our services and the people who provide them. What better way to start than by announcing a new one? As of the start of this year, ATG will be supporting the execution of the ESA’s Education Programme. To be more specific, we’re set to support ESA’s STEM Learning and Inspiration Programme, engaging children and youth through initiatives in schools, teachers' trainings, and informal learning activities. Additionally, we’re driving outreach and promotion for ESA’s Education Office, covering both the STEM program and the ESA Academy, which supports university students and young professionals. Last week the newly formed team gathered at ATG HQ to kick off this journey with a small celebration. Here’s to starting the new year! Stay tuned for updates on this and our other services in the coming weeks!