Presentation of French National Centre National for Space Studies

As a programme agency, technical centre and space operator, CNES brings together all the functions enabling French government to define and implement its space strategy as well deploy public policies that require support of space sector (land management, agriculture, health, telecommunications, natural disasters, defence, etc). Occupying aspecial place in French and European space landscape, CNES is a unique major player, driven by the expertise of its staff, at the crossroads of many revolutions that await women and men passionate about space

Motivation of the Company to sponsor the Challenge

There can be no space programme without research, and no research without training. Since its creation, CNES has recognised the importance of passing on and sharing knowledge for the benefit of all, particularly future space workers. In the current context of rapid growth in the sector, the skills of tomorrow are being developed today. Organising competitions such as this one enables many teams to strengthen their knowledge, skills and experience in a demanding and multidisciplinary field. And who knows, you may even meet future colleagues on this adventure...

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