23 November 2023

The cargo ship Canopée docks at Kourou for the second time

After docking for the first time last January, the cargo ship Canopée dropped anchor again at Kourou on Friday, 3 November. 

The hybrid cargo ship Canopée made its second transatlantic crossing, between Europe and Kourou, using its rigid sails for the first time. It carried on board components of the upper composite of the Ariane 6 launcher, including the fairing, booster components and a new payload container. 

 

Unloading and delivery of components for the maiden flight.

Le cargo hybride Canopée arrive à Kourou pour la deuxième fois. En premier plan, la tour de Dreyfus au point des Roches.
Le navire Canopée arrive à l'embouchure du fleuve Kourou.
Le cargo Canopée jette l'encre au port Pariacabo à Kourou.
Déchargement des éléments du lanceur Ariane 6.
Convoi de livraison entre le port Pariacabo et le Centre spatial guyanais, avec les éléments du lanceur Ariane 6.

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