"ESA Calls for Innovative Proposals for Small Lunar Missions"

The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking innovative ideas for small lunar missions as part of its Terrae Novae exploration program. The missions should focus on exploration and scientific activities, with a total cost not exceeding €50 million and a development timeline of less than 4.5 years. Proposals can come from individual companies or consortia, and opportunities may be provided to use established resources such as the Ariane 6 launcher or the Moonlight program for lunar communications and navigation services. The call for proposals is open until December 14, 2023.