Artemis 2: One orbit of the moon in 10 days

Artemis 2 completed a 10-day journey around the moon, taking humans the furthest into space in more than 50 years.

ESA played a key role in the success of this mission. The European Service Module powers and sustains Orion throughout its journey, providing propulsion, electrical power, water and breathing air to the crew.

This module was mainly built with contributions from 13 ESA member states (Germany, Italy, France, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Austria, the United Kingdom and Luxembourg) and represents Europe’s strength in international cooperation.

Looking ahead, ESA will continue to deliver on its commitment to the Artemis program while advancing Europe’s own exploration ambitions. Work is currently underway to strengthen the autonomy of key space capabilities and define Europe’s role in low-Earth orbit, the Moon and Mars.

As a new era of exploration dawns, Europe positions itself as a strong, reliable and competitive partner in the emerging lunar economy.