Safran is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of space propulsion systems.
- PPS1350 at test bench | © Marc Courmont
Snecma (Safran), the cryogenic propulsion prime contractor on Europe’s Ariane 5 launcher, designs, develops and produces a wide range of space propulsion systems, including cryogenic rocket engines for launchers, and electric thrusters and propulsion systems for satellites and other spacecraft.
Fellow group company Herakles participates in the development of systems and equipment for launchers, including nozzles for the MPS solid rocket motor on the Ariane 5 launcher’s boosters, and the P80 solid rocket motor on Europe’s new Vega light launcher. In addition, this company develops and manufactures solid rocket motors for the strategic missiles in France’s nuclear deterrent force.
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