Space equipment

Spacecraft capability solutions

Airbus is a world leader in space equipment, offering an extensive and innovative portfolio of solutions for all types of space applications: telecommunications, constellations, Earth observation, navigation, scientific missions, exploration and launchers as well as dedicated solutions for New Space.

The Airbus space equipment business is made up of Airbus Defence and Space equipment departments in Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy as well as the subsidiaries Jena-Optronik, TESAT and Airbus Crisa, which operate as stand-alone entities, serving a global customer base as a preferred partner.

We offer both standard products and customised solutions, leveraging an unparalleled track record of in-orbit reliability and one of the world’s largest flight proven portfolios available, backed by highly skilled teams that are continuously developing breakthrough technologies and industrial approaches.

Our avionics portfolio

Advanced Airbus avionics provide precise control, sensors, actuators and data management for space missions, increasing reliability.

Our power portfolio

European leader in power solutions, offering turnkey solar arrays, photovoltaic assemblies, and advanced power electronics.

Our payload portfolio

Airbus offers a wide range of payload instruments and equipment designed for every mission. From advanced data handling and storage systems to high-precision timing solutions and state-of-the-art RF and laser communication systems, our innovative technologies ensure reliable performance, adaptability, and success for various space applications.

Our On ground portfolio

Ground solutions and services for any mission : compensated compact ranges, associated antennas, spacecraft RF test services.

Our launcher portfolio

Airbus provides the highest quality products, electronics, and structures for space launch applications.

Thaicom contracts Airbus for a OneSat flexible telecommunications satellite

Airbus, a major player in New Space

New Space

Pioneering the New Space era
Airbus, a key player in New Space, designs cutting-edge equipment for lighter, more efficient, and sustainable satellites with compact and low-power solutions.

Discover more about New Space equipment