Vega-C over Earth with Avio logo (artist impression)

Artist impression of Vega-C rocket soaring over Earth with the Avio logo.

Vega-C is operated from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana. Europe’s Vega-C rocket can launch 2300 kg into space, such as small scientific and Earth observation spacecraft. At 35 m tall, Vega-C weighs 210 tonnes on the launch pad and reaches orbit with three solid-propellant-powered stages before the fourth liquid-propellant stage takes over for precise placement of satellites into their desired orbit around Earth.

Complementing the Ariane family to launch all types of payloads into their desired orbits, Vega-C ensures that Europe has versatile and independent access to space. ESA leads the Vega-C programme, working with Avio as prime contractor and design authority.

For more information, visit: https://www.esa.int/Enabling_Support/Space_Transportation/Vega/Vega-C