China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is a leading aerospace and defense group and the main contractor of the Chinese Space Program. It was founded in 1999 by the merger of the China Aerospace Corporation and the China Great Wall Industrial Corporation. CASC has more than 120,000 employees and is one of the largest and most powerful aerospace and defense groups in the world.
The primary function of CASC is to research, develop, produce, launch, and use space technology. It is responsible for the development of a wide variety of aerospace products and technologies, including launch vehicles, satellites, and aviation technology. CASC also carries out research and development activities, provides commercial services and manufactures a variety of space vehicle parts.
CASC is the main contractor of the Chinese Space Program, responsible for the design and manufacture of a wide range of launch vehicles, satellites and other aerospace products and systems. It is responsible for the development and launching of the Shenzhou spacecraft series, the first ever to dock with an orbiting space station. CASC is also responsible for the development and launching of China’s first satellite navigation system, the Beidou system.
CASC has developed a number of advanced aerospace technologies, including deep space exploration systems, hybrid vehicles, and new propulsion technologies. It has also developed a number of ballistic missile defense systems, as well as defense assets in the form of satellites and other space assets.
CASC has a number of design, manufacturing, assembly and testing centers, as well as research facilities located throughout China. It has established joint venture and research partnerships with major international aerospace and defense companies, including Airbus, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin.
CASC is committed to providing innovative products and services to the Chinese space program and the global aerospace and defense industry. Through its research and development efforts, it hopes to provide advanced products and technologies to enhance the defense of China and its people. CASC is also committed to the responsible use of space and the safe conduct of its operations.
The rapid growth and development of CASC has been driven by a strong commitment to innovation and technology. CASC has grown from a single entity to a large, powerful, and ubiquitous organization, with numerous subsidiaries and enterprises located around the world. This growth is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the employees at CASC and its ongoing commitment to technological advancement.
