Rome, European Space Capital 2026 | Avio

From thousands of years of history to a strategic role in the European space ecosystem. For , we celebrate the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, which holds the 2026 Presidency of the CVA (Communauté des Villes Vega et Ariane) and serves as Europe’s Space Capital for 2026. Launchers and orbital insertion systems are strategic infrastructure for our society: they enable communications, strengthen security, and allow us to monitor our planet. As industrial partner for the 2026 Presidency, Avio is proud to contribute to this initiative and to a strong and competitive European space ecosystem, supporting local expertise, scientific culture, and the development of talent in the space sector. Discover more about the role of Rome and the European space ecosystem.