Airbus CO3D Satellite Constellation Launched to Map Earth in 3D
Arianespace Vega-C rocket Launches Airbus CO3D Constellation to Map Earth in 3D: Toulouse, France — July 26, 2025 — The Airbus-built CO3D constellation of four satellites has successfully been launched into orbit, marking the beginning of a mission to generate a highly detailed 3D map of the Earth’s surface. The launch took place aboard an Arianespace Vega-C rocket from the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. This effort, developed in partnership with the French Space Agency (CNES), is poised to offer unparalleled insights into global terrain, providing both government and commercial clients with advanced Earth observation data.