Exotrail France inks a multi-launch service agreement with MaiaSpace, for spacevan™ missions starting from 2027

Exotrail France has entrusted the European launch service provider MaiaSpace with several deployments for its spacevan™, from 2027. By building up the manifest of its servicing platform, Exotrail is also deepening a partnership with another key player of the launch industry, to foster synergies with its servicing platform and enhance the access to space offered to the space ecosystem.

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Exotrail, the France-based space logistics leader, has secured acontract with Maiaspace, to keep on building the manifest of its in-orbit services missions. This agreement with MaiaSpace, pioneering launch service provider with its European reusable mini-launcher, adds up to the options given to customers and opens the way for next missions in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

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Exotrail builds the next steps with the spacevan™ family of vehicles, after a successful first mission which still provides relevant demonstration of satellite delivery, in-space demonstration, and validation, as well as mobility capabilities. Three other missions have already been secured by 2027, with two in LEO, as well as another one towards the geostationary orbit. Exotrail is notably working with MaiaSpaceto build the following missions in its manifest and provide its customers with missions enabled by European access to space.

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Exotrail is proud to be MaiaSpace first commercial customer, as its first launch is getting closer. This partnership opens way for long term collaboration and extends the synergies between the two companies. With the flexibility of MaiaSpace launcher in its two versions, reusable and expandable, spacevan™ missions enlarge the array of possibilities given to Exotrail customers. Thanks to the mobility and hosting capabilities of the spacevan™platform, extended options for deployment and services are also enabled for MaiaSpace clientele.

Yohann Leroy, CEO of Maiaspace stated:
“Securing our first commercial contract less than three years after the creation of MaiaSpace is amajor step forward, demonstrating our commitment to propose to our customers the most competitive space launch service in its category. We are extremely grateful towards a leader like Exotrail in end-to-end space mobility for this mark of confidence. This agreement provides added flexibility for Exotrail’s access toreliable launch opportunities tailored to its customers needs and reinforces MaiaSpace’s ambition to become a leading player in European space transportation.”

Jean-Luc Maria, CEO & Cofounder of Exotrail added:
“At Exotrail the spacevan™manifest is building up, and we are thrilled to team up with a trusted partner such as MaiaSpace for our access to space. Epitome of European capabilities, and synergies between launchers and servicing vehicles, this contract opens new perspectives for customers who seek reliable and secured delivery in space for their payload.” 

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