
Dr. Josef Aschbacher at German Space Congress 2025: Europe’s 'Moment of Truth' for Space, Defense Links and Industrial Momentum
ESA Director General Dr. Josef Aschbacher told Torsten Kriening at the German Space Congress 2025 that Europe faces a 'moment of truth' to accelerate space capabilities, align industrial policy and strengthen defense links—seizing strategic and commercial opportunities while addressing procurement, manufacturing and resilience challenges.