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SAFRAN BOOSTS PRODUCTION OF ADVANCED SATELLITE PROPULSION SYSTEMS IN THE US
This strategic initiative, announced during the 2024 Small Satellite Conference in Logan, Utah, will support the projected growth of the North American small satellite market.
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PPS®X00 engine mounted on its test plate
Safran Electronics & Defense is building its U.S. manufacturing capabilities for small satellite propulsion systems to meet the increasing demand in both the commercial and defense sectors.
The “Made-in-the-USA” EPS®X00 system will be manufactured by Safran Electronics & Defense through its US-based subsidiary, with first delivery in Q1 2026. By establishing a new production facility in Colorado, Safran reaffirms its position as a trusted provider of satellite propulsion turnkey solutions for both American and global markets. This initiative continues Safran's long-standing commitment to investing in the US to provide critical solutions and best-in-class support to US commercial and government customers. Strategically located, the new Colorado site will also host Safran’s U.S. team for satellite communications as well as space & ground domain awareness.
PPS®X00 firing
Safran’s electric propulsion system, named EPS®X00 (pronounced “X-hundred”), which includes the PPS®X00 thruster, solidifies its position as a leading provider of electric propulsion for small satellites. The PPS®X00, priced competitively to meet the specific requirements of the "New Space" market environment, boasts a total thrust time of up to 5,000 hours and a very high specific impulse, making it extremely versatile and adapted to all types of applications in LEO.
Safran Electronics & Defense is building its U.S. manufacturing capabilities for small satellite propulsion systems to meet the increasing demand in both the commercial and defense sectors.
The “Made-in-the-USA” EPS®X00 system will be manufactured by Safran Electronics & Defense through its US-based subsidiary, with first delivery in Q1 2026. By establishing a new production facility in Colorado, Safran reaffirms its position as a trusted provider of satellite propulsion turnkey solutions for both American and global markets. This initiative continues Safran's long-standing commitment to investing in the US to provide critical solutions and best-in-class support to US commercial and government customers. Strategically located, the new Colorado site will also host Safran’s U.S. team for satellite communications as well as space & ground domain awareness.
PPS®X00 firing
Safran’s electric propulsion system, named EPS®X00 (pronounced “X-hundred”), which includes the PPS®X00 thruster, solidifies its position as a leading provider of electric propulsion for small satellites. The PPS®X00, priced competitively to meet the specific requirements of the "New Space" market environment, boasts a total thrust time of up to 5,000 hours and a very high specific impulse, making it extremely versatile and adapted to all types of applications in LEO.
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