Airbus UK has been awarded a £150 million contract to develop the landing system for the long-delayed ExoMars rover, named Rosalind Franklin. Originally set for launch in 2022, the mission faced hurdles mainly due to geopolitical tensions leading to a halt in cooperation between the European Space Agency and Roscosmos. Now, ESA, with NASA's support for launch services and technology, plans a 2028 launch from Kennedy Space Center, aiming for a Martian arrival in 2030. Airbus will ensure the landing system is effective for the rover's mission, which involves drilling for samples on Mars.
The ExoMars rover, named Rosalind Franklin, faced delays due to international tensions, but is on track for a 2028 launch with NASA support.
Airbus UK has secured a £150 million contract to develop the landing system for the ExoMars rover, which is expected to reach Mars by 2030.
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