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/
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