Avio is leader in space propulsion, with more than 1,000 employees located in Italy, France and French Guyana. Since its foundation, in 1912, the company has played a key role in designing, manufacturing and integrating space launch systems and tactical missiles.
Avio is the prime contractor for the production of the small lift launch vehicles Vega and Vega C, two European Space Agency (ESA) programs, and the subcontractor for the manufacturing of the solid rocket motors P80, P120C, Zefiro 23, Zefiro 40 and Zefiro 9 and for Avum and Avum +, upper stages. About 65% of the rockets is developed and manufactured in Italy.
Avio is also prime contractor a new generation launcher: Vega Evolution (Vega E) whose maiden flight is expected to be in 2026.
News and events from Avio's world
09.05.23
Space Launches
Vega C selected to launch the ClearSpace-1 active debris removal mission
Rome 9 May 2023 – Vega C has been selected to launch the ClearSpace-1 spacecraft, an active debris removal mission.
09.05.23
comunicati finanziari
Q1 2023 Highlights Record order backlog over Euro 1.25 billion Improved profits and cash vs Q1 2022
Rome, 9 May 2023 – The Board of Directors of Avio S.p.A. today reviewed and approved the Q1 2023 results.
28.04.23
New Board of Directors appointed Roberto Italia Chairman and Giulio Ranzo CEO in continuity
Rome, April 28, 2023 - The first meeting of the Board of Directors elected on the same date by Avio's