
Founded in 2000 as a subsidiary of the European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company (EADS), Astrium emerged from the merger of several European aerospace entities. Over the years, it became a key player in the global aerospace market, contributing significantly to various space missions and satellite programs. In 2014, Astrium was rebranded as Airbus Defence and Space as part of a restructuring effort to streamline operations within the Airbus Group.