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This blog is dedicated to the Sentinel 1CD launch campaign at CSG Kourou. Here, we’ll be sharing the highlights of this incredible journey with our colleagues, families, and friends, bringing you along for every key moment of the campaign!

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Arrival of ARIANE 6 Stages on the Canopée

Friday, 3rd of October

On the 3rd of October the Canopée boat the Canopée boat arrived at Pariacabo port in Kourou transporting the Upper Liquid Propulsion Module (ULPM) and Lower Liquid Propulsion Module (LLPM) from Europe. The next day, these modules were transferred to the Launcher Assembly Building (BAL) at Guiana Space Centre.

The CSG and ESA teams captured the arrival with stunning photographs against a remarkable scene.

View of the Canopée boat in Kourou, framed by palm trees, with the sea in the background.
A scenic view of a coastal landscape featuring sandy shores and distant islands under a blue sky.
Ariane 6 transport ship docked at a rocky shore with palm trees, featuring a cloudy blue sky above.
A scenic view of a beach with two swings hanging from a wooden frame, palm trees overhead, and a calm sea in the background.
A group of four people posing for a selfie with the ocean and a boat in the background.
A large ship with wind turbines, named Ariane 6, is sailing in the ocean near a shoreline with dry land and rocks.
The Canopée boat, marked with 'Ariane 6 ON BOARD', sailing into Pariacabo port with onlookers capturing the moment against a clear blue sky.
The Canopée boat, marked 'Ariane 6 ON BOARD', navigating the river near Kourou with green trees in the background.

VISIT TO THE CANOPÉE

On Monday, October 6th, the team had the unique opportunity to explore the Canopée boat and learn a bit about where our launch vehicle parts travelled from Europe.

It was a fun experience for our ESA and TASI colleagues!

Close-up view of the Canopée boat's equipment with white covers, set against a sunset sky reflecting on the water.
Evening view of the Canopée boat at the Pariacabo port, featuring shipping containers and a dramatic sky with clouds.
A group of four people in safety vests and helmets, seated and standing inside the control room of a boat, engaged in conversation and smiling.

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