China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is a prominent state-owned enterprise headquartered in Beijing, China, operating within the aerospace and defence industry. CASC specialises in the research, design, manufacture, and launch of a wide array of space systems, including satellites, launch vehicles (such as the Long March series), manned spacecraft, and strategic and tactical missiles. As the primary contractor for China’s space programme, CASC is instrumental in advancing the nation’s space exploration and military technology. The company also provides international commercial satellite launch services, focusing on technological innovation and global cooperation.