Overview
Arianespace is a privately held space company (launch services) headquartered in Évry-Courcouronnes, France, founded in 1980. It is not listed on a stock exchange; total disclosed funding is part of ArianeGroup.
Europe's launch-services provider and a subsidiary of ArianeGroup (Airbus and Safran). It flies Ariane 6 from Kourou; in under five months of 2026 three flights orbited 100 Amazon Leo satellites. In September 2026 Amazon ordered six more launches — 24 in total by 2031.
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Who pays Arianespace: contracts and deals
| Date | Type | Counterparty | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | Contract | Amazon Leo — 6 more Ariane 64 launches | undisclosed | |
| Sep 2026 | Contract | The Exploration Company — Nyx launch (2028) | undisclosed | |
| Sep 2026 | Contract | Eutelsat and international customers | undisclosed |
Is Arianespace publicly traded?
No. Arianespace is a private company and its shares are not traded on a stock exchange.
Where is Arianespace based?
Arianespace is headquartered in Évry-Courcouronnes, France. The company was founded in 1980.
How much funding has Arianespace raised?
Arianespace has disclosed part of ArianeGroup in total funding.