#ESA had proposed a €304.4 million 💰 envelope for the #Ariane6 adaptations element. Member states ultimately committed just €145.94 million, leaving €158.46 million uncovered, a 52% shortfall.
ESA has confirmed that the proposed Ariane 6 Block 3 evolution, including the ICARUS lightweight upper stage, has been shelved. A spokesperson for the agency explained that there is “no programme need or justification” for the evolution at this time.
https://europeanspaceflight.com/esa-confirms-ariane-6-block-3-upgrades-have-been-shelved/