The European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with Airbus and Voyager Space, is embarking on an ambitious journey with the Starlab space station. This initiative, stemming from a Memorandum of Understanding signed at ESA’s Space Summit in Seville, aims to extend European influence in low Earth orbit beyond the International Space Station (ISS). Starlab is poised to be a hub for astronaut missions, research activities, and commercial development, leveraging European technology in fields ranging from advanced robotics to life sciences. Slated for launch in 2028, Starlab signifies Europe’s strategic shift in space exploration and commercial space activities​​​​​​. Historical Context of … Continue reading ESA’s Starlab: The Innovative Space Station Poised to Succeed the ISS