National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - United States: NASA is known for its pioneering space exploration missions, satellite launches, and its significant contributions to scientific research, including the Apollo Moon landing missions and the Mars exploration program.
China National Space Administration (CNSA) - China: CNSA has rapidly developed its space program, including crewed missions, lunar exploration, and the deployment of its space station. China has demonstrated significant progress in space technology and aims to become a major player in space exploration.
Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) - Russia: Roscosmos has a rich history in space exploration, having launched the first artificial satellite (Sputnik) and the first human (Yuri Gagarin) into space. It continues to play a crucial role in space missions, including the International Space Station (ISS) program.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) - India: ISRO has made notable achievements, including successful Mars and Moon missions, satellite launches for communication and remote sensing, and advancements in space technology for various applications, including weather forecasting.
European Space Agency (ESA) - Europe: ESA is a collaboration of 22 European member states and is responsible for various missions, including the development of launch vehicles, satellite deployments, and scientific exploration of other planets, such as Mars.
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) - Japan: JAXA is involved in a wide range of activities, including satellite launches, space exploration missions, and research in areas such as astrophysics and climate science. It has also contributed to the development of the International Space Station.
Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (Space X)- is a private space exploration company. It specializes in manufacturing rockets and other spacecraft to send into space. This company was founded by renowned entrepreneur Elon Musk. It has achieved multiple milestones including making the first privately-funded spacecraft to reach orbit.
The National Centre for Space Studies (CNES)- is a French space agency. Established in 1961, this agency has headquarters in Paris. It employs more than 2,500 people. CNES is responsible for developing and implementing the space policy of France.
German Aerospace Center (DLR) The German Aerospace Center (DLR) is the national aerospace and space research agency in Germany. Founded in 1969, this agency has its headquarters in Cologne and multiple other locations throughout Germany. There are more than 8,127 employees currently working for German Aerospace Center.
Italian Space Agency (ASI) The Italian Space Agency (ASI) was founded in 1988. It is the space agency responsible for promoting, coordinating and conducting space activities in Italy. ASI has been working in numerous space missions. It was responsible for the launch of the first Italian satellite (San Marco) in 1964.