Sodern

Sodern is a French space optronics and neutron technology company and a subsidiary of ArianeGroup. Its site says it is the world leader in star trackers and neutron analysis markets, and the European leader in access to space. It states that it has partnered with demanding customers for over 60 years and that it is backed by more than 450 experts.

Activities

• Space optronics: high-precision optronic equipment, from star trackers to advanced cameras, for telecommunications, Earth observation and scientific exploration missions. The Auriga star tracker is one product line
• Defence and security: mission-critical technologies for deterrence and security
• Celestial navigation on Earth: daytime star trackers that give accurate positioning day and night in GNSS-denied environments
• Neutron technology: neutron tubes and generators, and neutron activation analysis for industry, including raw materials extraction

History

Sodern was founded in 1962 to develop and manufacture neutron tubes. Its timeline runs through 1974, 1975, 1978, 1986 and later milestones up to 2025. Recent news covers the delivery of Auriga star trackers, the launch of the Astradia product on the market, the on-time delivery of the Hydra Access programme, and the appointment of Becky Yoder as CEO of Sodern America.

Customers

The site shows partner logos that include Firefly, CNES and JPL, and describes missions in the service of national and European sovereignty.

Events

Sodern is listed as a sponsor of Small Satellite Conference 2027. It is also listed as an exhibitor at SmallSat Europe 2027, Space Tech Expo Europe 2026, DSEI UK 2027, Euronaval 2026 and Paris Air Show 2027.

Contact

Sodern is listed under Space, Manufacturers, Aviation Security and is based in France.
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