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August 7, 2025 21 mins

Celebrating 50 Years of ESA: Achievements and Future Prospects with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl

In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening talked with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl, ESA’s Special Advisor for Political Affairs. In this capacity Dr Schrogl is coordinating the events throughout the year, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the ESA Convention of 1975.


The episode covers European Space Agency (ESA)'s achievements over the past five decades, its ongoing adaptability, and the future goals outlined in its Strategy 2040. Torsten Kriening and Kai-Uwe Schrogl also reflect on the significance of the ESA member states' support, the agency's unique role in the European space ecosystem, and the celebrations marking this milestone, including a major event with high-level representatives signing a Declaration of continued support, as well as plans for public engagement throughout the year.


Useful Links:

50th Anniversary Statement
50 Years of ESA
ESA Strategy 2040


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