Why technical expertise is the indispensable ingredient for space success

Ministerial: Technology and Quality · 3:42 · Video: European Space Agency, ESA · Watch at the source

In short: This video explores the vital role of high-level engineering know-how in space exploration, featuring an interview with ESA's Director of Technical and Quality Management, Franco Ongaro.

Successful space missions depend on advanced technical expertise, which is central to all European Space Agency activities. To ensure mission success, ESA works to maintain the technology development capabilities of European industry.

The importance of these technology programmes is highlighted by the support of all ESA Member States, as discussed during the Ministerial Conference held in Naples, Italy, on 20 and 21 November 2012.

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