Director General (ESA)

The Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA) is the highest-ranking official responsible for leading and managing the organization. They oversee mission planning, scientific research, technological development, and collaboration with international partners. The Director General sets strategic priorities, ensures efficient use of resources, and represents ESA to governments, industry, and the public. Essentially, they guide ESA’s efforts to explore space, develop space technologies, and advance Europe's role in space exploration, acting as the chief executive and vision-setter for the agency.